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General Use Abbreviations

Three simple human figures with speech bubbles above them display SOW?, RTU., and EOD?!—common drawing set abbreviations often seen as construction abbreviations or workplace jargon.

Navigating the world of architectural and construction abbreviations can be tricky, especially when deciphering casual communications like emails or on-site meeting discussions. Our "Miscellaneous Abbreviations" resource provides a concise, ready-reference list to help clarify common industry acronyms. This evolving compilation is designed to be a practical tool, ensuring you're always in the know, even when industry jargon gets dense.

Drawing Set Abbreviations

Four words—FOOT, EQUAL, BASEMENT, and WEIGHT—are each shown in full with their drawing set abbreviations: FT, EQ, BSMT, and WT, arranged in two columns on a white background.

Achieving consistency in architectural drawing sets is paramount, especially when using abbreviations. While specific abbreviations may vary between offices, the key lies in maintaining uniformity throughout a project's documentation. Listing all chosen abbreviations at the beginning of your drawing set, and ensuring new team members review them, is crucial for preventing frustrating inconsistencies and streamlining the design and construction process.