An architectural style of the 11th and 12th centuries based on the architecture of ancient rome. All definitions are reproduced from the required course textbook. Fronts are often found broken into advancing and receding planes, and a general tendency to multiply reentrant angles sometimes affects even the treatment of the quoins. Dictionary of architecture and construction pdf download. A curved structure capable of spanning a space while supporting significant weight. It removes the heat from the freon gas and turns the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the. It remains one of the best guides to hundreds of terms used in greek, roman, medieval, and renaissance architecture. To this end, weve compiled a list of important architectural terms some you may have heard and others you probably havent. The term is also commonly used to describe a moulded surround to a door or window opening.
Passage or walkway covered over by a succession of arches or vaults supported by columns. Since many analogy questions feature technical terms from architecture, which even students with strong general vocabulary may not be aware of, this chapter gives such a list of words from architecture for the benefit of all the students. The pdf specification has been updated and published and adobe over the years. Click download or read online button to a concise glossary of architectural terms book pdf for free now.
Binder a receipt for a deposit to secure the right to purchase a home at an agreed term by a buyer and seller. Below you find a list of common architectural terms, sorted alphabetically. Construction glossary of building terms residential reports. A type of railing usually found along the edge of stairs, a roof, balcony or a porch that is comprised of small posts called balusters. A lot of beginner architectural students have problems with architectural terms, and its really essential that you understand them, or you will find yourself missing a lot. Spanish to english architecture translation glossary.
Access door door which allows access to concealed space or equipment. Abacus the uppermost member of a capital of a column, often a plain, square slab. Construction glossary of building terms abutment that part of a pier or wall either end of an arch, beam, or bridge which resists the pressure of a load. Corona the overhanging vertical member of a cornice in classical architecture. Oct 19, 2015 for most students of architecture, the first few years of learning involve a demanding crash course in architectural jargon. Architectural terms an illustrated glossary by alice cotton. Thus we start with some of the terms that help describe a buildings basic form. It features flat roofs, a composition that may be symmetrical or asymmetrical, and decorative elements. Richardson, deriving from the romanesque and featuring rounded roman arches, heavy forms and course textures. Prepared by a renowned architectural editor in association with expert contributors and incorporating the work of many. Bipass doors doors that slide by each other and commonly used as closet doors. Trachtenberg, marvin and isabell hyman, architecture, from prehistory to postmodernity. By using the information, services and products available on this web site, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions contained herein.
A window lighting an attic story, and often located in a cornice. Portico a structure consisting of a roof supported by columns or piers, usually attached to a building as a porch. A mediterranean plant acanthus mollis and acanthus. Dictionary of construction terminology ac an abbreviation for air conditioner or air conditioning. Being a concise and comprehensive compilation of all terms used. Glossary of architectural terms trust for architectural.
Below is a glossary of architectural elements and terms that you may become familiar with when working with architectural realms. Dictionary of architectural terms phmc pennsylvania. Glossary of architectural terms calgary board of education. The term can also refer to the decorative molding around a window or door. Blankets fiberglass or rockwool insulation that comes in long rolls 15 or 23 inches wide. Art and architecture singlepage glossary of art and architectural terms, from your way to florence. Custom shapes and sizes are available in both gfrc and architectural fiberglass.
A dictionary of military architecture, fortification and fieldworks from the iron age to the eighteenth century by stephen francis wyley. Being a concise and comprehensive compilation of all terms used in the practice of architecture and the. A committee, usually appointed by the city council, or other elected body, that considers the design and aesthetics of proposed development. In large buildings is typical a five part composition, with a climatic central mass dominating the wings and their terminal features. This guide groups terms according to how we generally perceive a building, from the large to the small.
Alteration any change affecting an existing structure externally or internally such as. Note this is a work in progress, more terms will be added over time. A drawing showing an element, or a small portion of the building. As a former librarian at an architectural library, temporararily engaged in translation and english teaching, i find this resource extremely useful when it comes to checking the language to describe the varied world of architectural features of historical palaces and. Dictionary of architecture and construction free pdf. The encyclopaedia of practical carpentry and joinery. Terms that distinguish certain construction materials and techniques are presented next.
Blocked door blocking wood shims used between the door frame and the vertical structural. Although it can occupy the same position as a moulding e. Architectural dictionaryof terms, movements, and architects. Illustrated glossary of architectural and decorative terms abacus. Bays the number of bays refers to the width of a building by counting the number of opennings including both doors and windows. For example, a brown, smooth architectural fiberglass, alternating with a white.
This classic dictionary now features nearly 25,000 definitions including 2,800 new terms, 2,500 illustrations including 200 new illustrations, and maintains its extraordinary visual appeal and easytoread page design. A concise glossary of architectural terms download a concise glossary of architectural terms ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. The pdf format was created by adobe in 1993 for the purpose of portable document exchange between systems and applications. A characteristic particularly of classical architecture by which the two sides of a facade or architectural floor plan of a building present mirror images of one another. First published in 1846, this illustrated dictionary of architecture was so successful that the author revised it several times. Glossary of architectural terms page 25 cornice return is the term for the continuation of a cornice, either back to the wall where it terminates, or in a change direction, at a gable end. An architectural style developed by american architect h. Agora tyre the was a central spot in ancient greek citystates. The literal meaning of the word is gathering place or assembly.
It would be very hard for you to learn much without first a thorough understanding of the essential architectural terms. A small, upright structure, capping a tower, buttress, or other projecting architectural member. Some of the stylistic elements include gable roofs with a very steep pitch, large exterior fireplace chimneys, an asymmetrical design the. See engaged column compressive strength resistance of a material to a crushing force. Terms of use chief architect architectural home design. Ac condenser the outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. Glossary of architectural terms page 15 some of the standard belt courses and band moldings. The crowning feature or head of a column, pilaster or gate pier. Architectural dictionary of terms, movements and architects. Dictionary of architecture and building construction.
For most students of architecture, the first few years of learning involve a demanding crash course in architectural jargon. Glossary of architectural terms the following is a glossary of architectural terms that may be referred to when undertaking the heritage trails or consulting the website. By using the information, services and products available on this web site, you are agreeing to. Its a blanket terms for the design, construction, and presence of any openings in a building. Hastings borough councils glossary of architectural terms. An individual, partnership, corporation or other legal entity licensed to practice the profession of architecture under the education law of the state of new york. Extended entries cover arches, windows, tombs, and other architectural elements. John, james architrave the lowest of the three main.
It removes the heat from the freon gas and turns the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the furnace. An architectural term applied to a colonnade, in which the intercolumniation is alternately wide and narrow. The term is also commonly used to describe a moulded surround to a. Graphic design glossary of terms 4color process the process of combining four basic colors cyan, magenta, yellow, and black to create a printed color picture or colors composed from the basic four colors. Banded masonry style were adjacent courses are of two different sizes, textures or types. Glossary of architectural terms historic preservation.
A house with a center door and a window on either side has 3 bays. Abrams, 2002 abacus at the top of a capital, a thick rectangular slab of stone that serves as the flat, broad surface on which. Start a free trial of quizlet plus by thanksgiving lock in 50% off all year try it free. Dictionary of architecture and construction by cyril m. Glossary of architectural terms key terms used in listed building records adamesque following the design principles or details used by the 18th century family of classical architects, william, and robert adam. An often vaulted, semicircular or polygonal end of a room, usually in a church. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. A masonry mass that takes the weight and thrust of an arch, vault, or truss. Jan 01, 2004 first published in 1846, this illustrated dictionary of architecture was so successful that the author revised it several times.
Accurate engravings complement many of the authors incisive descriptions from a buttress in glastonbury abbey to zigzag mouldings in a norman doorway. When talking to an architect or builder, it can be helpful to know basic terminology and architectural vocabulary you may encounter. Download pdf a concise glossary of architectural terms. Cresting a decorative design along the ridge of a roof, cornice. Think windows, doors, vents, wall panels, skylights, curtain walls or louvers.
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