 The "as found" drawings and photographs are generally supplemented with a brief report which includes, as a minimum, the following information:
- identification of the project, including building name and location
- dates of survey
- names of members of survey team, supervisors and sponsoring organization
- brief historical sketch of the building
- brief architectural description of the building
- description of the survey procedure, including an explanation of any special techniques
- explanation of any assumptions inherent in the survey of drawing technique
- articulation of any areas of doubtful or missing information
- description of any urgent repairs or remedial action required
- Appendices, such as Drawing List and Photograph Index.
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The report may be expanded as indicated by the terms of reference of the survey, for example, recommendations relative to restoration process may be included if the author is qualified to give them. More often than not, however, this subject is addressed in a separate report.
This paper of necessity provides only an outline of the "As Found" drawing process, knowledge of which the reader may wish to expand through further study. In addition to the standard textbooks on drawing and surveying and to the references cited, the reader's attention is drawn to the large number of existing drawings available from governmental and archival agencies. The Heritage Trust will be pleased to assist in identifying these sources for specific requests.
The practice of "As Found" measurement and drawings provides an invaluable documentation for restoration and archival purposes. Additionally the recorder participates in a time-honoured method of architectural study which expands the detail understanding of our building tradition and architectural heritage. It is our earnest hope that this paper will stimulate this satisfying and illuminating vocation. |
