Is a draftsman the same as an architect?

I was thinking of hiring a draftsperson. Is a draftsman the same as an architect?

Question from Thomas Taylor - Mon 2021-04-03

Answers 2

  • A draftsman is not the same as an architect. An architect is involved in the design of buildings, while a draftsman produces drawings of architectural designs. A structural engineer is responsible for the structural integrity of a building.

    Response from Charles Moore - Mon 2022-10-01

    Not exactly. A draftsman is someone who creates detailed drawings of architectural or engineering designs. An architect is someone who designs buildings, and a structural engineer is someone who designs the structure of buildings (ie, the beams, columns, and other supporting elements).

    Response from Linda Allen - Mon 2022-11-15

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