Diskarte Design and Structures

09/06/2026

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 — 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝟎𝟏 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝟎𝟕

A guide to understanding common structural drawings used in construction and detailing.

Topics covered:
• structural symbols and abbreviations
• general structural notes
• column reinforcement details
• beam schedules and beam detailing
• footing and ground beam details
• construction joints and slab details
• wall intersections, slab openings, and splice lengths

This series is shared for educational and reference purposes only to help improve drawing interpretation and understanding.

Reading structural drawings is not about memorization it is about accurate interpretation and understanding.

09/06/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 – 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞

This post compiles previously shared construction estimate tutorials and reference files in one place for easier access.

The materials are based on standard estimating methods from Max Fajardo and NSCP 2015, providing step-by-step procedures for common construction material estimates.

These files may serve as a reference for construction estimating, quantity take-off (QTO), and bill of quantities (BOQ) preparation.

Tutorial links

Part 1 – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DkTWwJfP9/
Part 2 – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AjfuecmYD/
Part 3 – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17TndajMXN/
Part 4 – https://www.facebook.com/share/v/176TkTb17i/

Additional reference files are also available through the TikTok bio link.

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐎𝐅𝐅: 𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐁 𝐑𝐄𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

09/06/2026

𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦 (Construction Estimates)

Automated Tile Works Estimation in Excel, designed to simplify quantity takeoffs for tiles, adhesive, and grout.

This tool follows standard estimating principles and is applicable for both academic use and actual construction projects.

A step-by-step PDF tutorial guide is included to help users understand and apply the system effectively.

09/06/2026

𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐘 (𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒)

A structured sample file developed to demonstrate a systematic approach in construction quantity estimation, supported by a step-by-step PDF guide for reference.

This Excel template is designed to help simplify quantity takeoff, reduce manual computations, and present organized outputs for preliminary bill of quantities preparation.

It may serve as a learning reference for students, beginners, and practitioners who want to understand how construction estimates are structured and applied in actual projects.

Although configured for one-storey estimates, the system may also be adapted to other project types with proper adjustment of inputs and scope.

Allowances and unit costs may vary depending on project conditions and user-defined parameters.

07/06/2026

𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐄𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 (𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 — 𝐀𝐒𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐃)

Sample spreadsheet-assisted welded connection verification workflow based on NSCP 2015 and AISC 360 provisions for educational and engineering reference applications.

• ASD Allowable Weld Strength Verification
• Effective Weld Area Computation
• Required Weld Length Evaluation
• Safe Weld Connection Check

Intended for preliminary structural steel connection familiarization, spreadsheet-assisted verification workflows, and educational purposes only.

05/06/2026

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 – 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝟎𝟕

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄

This guide explains common structural detailing found in drawings, including:

• construction joint details
• column connection details
• wall corner and wall intersection details
• slab opening reinforcement
• equipment pad and slab opening details
• development and splice lengths of reinforcing bars

Understanding these details helps improve drawing interpretation and reinforcement understanding for educational and reference purposes.

This series from Part 01 to Part 07 is created to help beginners better understand how structural drawings are read and interpreted.

Reading structural drawings is not about memorization it is about accurate interpretation and understanding.

Note: Details shown are sample structural detailing references for drawing interpretation only. Actual detailing requirements shall follow the approved structural plans, General Notes, project specifications, and applicable code provisions.

05/06/2026

A complete reinforcing steel estimation system in Excel. From footing to beams automated from bars to allowance. Includes a step-by-step PDF guide for reference.