2. Reflected Ceiling Plans
• Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCP) are named so
because they are mirror images (reflected)
view of the floor plan. You are looking up at
the ceiling. You will see the lights and
various ceiling elements in this view.
5. Reflected Ceiling Plans
Some items included in residential RCP’s are:
• Lighting locations – Showing the box connecting to the electric system
• Drops or ceiling height changes
• Type of light fixture – Is it a sconce, Ceiling or recessed light
• Switching locations – From where do you turn the light on
• Notes referring to the type of fixture or instructions – Is it a ceiling fan, it
might need more support
• Exhaust fans or exhaust hoods
• Air diffusers and vents/HVAC
• Speakers from stereos or other communication devices
• Smoke/fire/carbon monoxide/fire protection/alarm devices
• Any item decorative or structural, which touches the ceiling
• Show windows and doors – show lighter lines where door would be
If its on RCP it is in a continuous line
16. Basic Australian
Lighting Symbols
• Some of the Reflected Ceiling Plans shown are
from American examples therefore find
included is an American Legion. These are
basically the same as Australian RCP
• Please note these symbols can vary from State
to State