Introduction
Architects can use LaTeX with TikZ to create building plans and technical drawings. This provides precise, professional architectural documentation.
This guide covers architectural drawing in LaTeX.
Floor Plans
Basic Floor Plan
\usepackage{tikz}
\begin{tikzpicture}[scale=0.5]
% Outer walls
\draw[thick] (0,0) -- (20,0) -- (20,15) -- (0,15) -- cycle;
% Interior walls
\draw (10,0) -- (10,15);
\draw (0,8) -- (10,8);
% Door
\draw (5,8) -- (5,7);
\draw (7,8) -- (7,7);
% Labels
\node at (5,4) {Living Room};
\node at (15,4) {Bedroom};
\node at (15,11) {Kitchen};
\end{tikzpicture}
Room Dimensions
\draw[|<->|] (0,-1) -- (10,-1) node[midway,below] {\SI{5}{\meter}};
Conclusion
LaTeX with TikZ creates architectural drawings with precision.
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