Learn to read architectural blueprints hands-on at BBR in Boston. Floor plans, elevations, and sections — no experience needed.
Reading residential blueprints is a skill most Boston homeowners never get taught — and that puts you at a real disadvantage when you're working with a contractor, pulling a permit, or planning a renovation. In this workshop, you'll learn to read a full set of architectural drawings: floor plans, elevations, building sections, and detail sheets. You'll work directly with printed plan sets, practice using a scale ruler, and leave knowing how to find the dimensions, symbols, and notes that actually matter on a job site.
What We’ll Cover
🗺️ Read a floor plan and identify walls, doors, windows, stairs, and dimension strings
🏠 Interpret building elevations and sections to understand how a structure goes together
🔍 Decode the symbols, hatch patterns, and abbreviations that show up on every sheet
📐 Use a scale ruler to pull real dimensions off a drawing
Come Prepared
No experience needed. Optional - bring your own plans to review if you have them!
Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
Refund Policy
Location
Boston Building Resources
100 Terrace Street
Boston, MA 02120
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