TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES

College of Engineering and Architecture

Department of Architecture

BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES 3
MODULE 3.2: SCHEDULES AND SPECIFICATIONS

DOORS AND WINDOWS SCHEDULE

In its broadest sense, the term schedule simply refers to a list. That can be a list of items,
activities, events, information, and so on. Door and Window Schedules are a convenient way of
presenting complex information about the different door and window sizes and types that are specified
on the plans and design to ensure proper installation, Drawings may refer to door and window schedule
by the use of a code corresponding to a door and window type on plans and design.

Typical information contained on a door and window schedule might include:

• Code Number or Type Mark – which corresponds with the floor plan
• Number required
• Size – Width, Height, and Thickness
• Material
• Location – where to install
• Color and Finish
• Style of Hardware
• Hinges, lockset, handles, push plates, pull handles, kick plate, vision panel, stops, closers, etc.

Other information is:

• Fire rating
• Acoustic rating
• Manufacturer
• Product Code

Door and Windows schedule is presented by others in a tabulated format, but the usual
representation of these drawings in architectural documents is by a graphical format. Below is an
example but not used as a standard format.

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Below is an example of a tabulated window schedule. (source: a life of an architect website)

SPECIFICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS

Being specific in giving information in architectural drawings will avoid getting lost in the right
direction when implementing the building project. During construction, specifics are everything, and
failure to communicate specifically could create massive change orders, cost overruns, and schedule
delays, which can negatively impact your bottom line.
Although there is a separate document that will provide this specific information about the
design, it is very helpful in the construction to see these specifics everywhere in the drawings. We
usually want to be specific in materials to be used and these may be included in Building Elevations
and Sections, Schedules, Detail drawings, etc.
Materials will definitely depend on the designer. That's why we really need to be updated with
suppliers and manufacturers. They can help architects provide specific information to achieve the
design requirements.
Being specific means it includes sizes, a generic and specific description of materials, and even the
materials brand or manufacturer. Below is an example of material specs in a sectional elevation.

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