In MEP projects, drawings are categorized based on design stage, discipline, and purpose. MEP Design Drawing Types are mentioned below.

🔧 Types of MEP Design Stage Drawings

1️⃣ Design Drawings
Prepared by Consultant (Design Stage)
Concept Drawings – Initial layout, system intent
Schematic Drawings – Single line diagrams, flow direction
Detailed Design Drawings – Final sizes, routing, specifications
📌 Used for authority approval & tender
2️⃣ Shop Drawings
Prepared by Contractor
Detailed installation drawings
Exact routing, levels, supports
Equipment clearances & coordination
Based on approved design drawings
📌 Used for site execution
3️⃣ Coordination Drawings
Prepared by Contractor / BIM Team
Combined MEP + Structural + Architectural drawings
Clash-free layouts
Ceiling coordination, shafts, risers
📌 Critical before installation
4️⃣ As-Built Drawings
Prepared by Contractor (After completion)
Reflect actual site installation
Final routing, levels, valve locations
Submitted at project handover
📌 Used for operation & maintenance