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10/17/2007

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Frieze
Definition
A decorative Band atop an interior wall below the cornice. The middle section of an entablature.
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Orders
Definition
A term to reference principal styles of columns with their bases, capitals and entablatures.
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Eaves
Definition
The lower edges of a sloping roof, projecting beyond the face of a wall.
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Arch
Definition
A curved or pointed opening that spans a window, doorway or other space.
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Doric
Definition
The oldest and sturdiest of the orders. The columns are massive, fluted and simple with a plain capital.
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Minaret
Definition
A high tower, part of a mosque, with a balcony from which a muezzin calls Moslems to prayer.
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Cantilever
Definition
A projecting bracket used primarily to carry the weight of a cornice of the protruding eaves of a building.
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Geodesic - Dome
Definition
A strong, light dome constructed on a framework of triangular elements. Invented by architect Buckminster Fuller.
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Cornice
Definition
The top, projecting section of an entablature, supporting a roof.
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Tuscan
Definition
A Roman order modeled after, yet simpler than the Doric
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Nave
Definition
The principal interior section of a church, extending from the main entrance down the main aisle to the sanctuary and flanked by the aisles.
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Ogee
Definition
A double curve that resembles the letter ā€œsā€ formed by joining a concave and convex line.
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Ziggurat
Definition
Pyramid-shaped, tiered tower used in Mesopotamia to support a temple.
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Abacus
Definition
A slab forming the upper part of a capitol.
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Corinthian
Definition
The most slender and ornate of the Greek columns.
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Ionic
Eaves
Definition
A fluted column distinguished by its scroll-shaped capital.
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Bauhaus
Definition
A school of arts and architecture founded in Germany by Architect Walter Gropius in 1919.
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Column
Definition
An upright, often decorated pillar consisting of a shaft and a crown.
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Rotunda
Definition
A circular building, usually domed.
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Agora
Definition
The Greek market place or meeting place.
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Buttress
Definition
A projecting support built into or against the exterior of a masonry wall to give added strength.
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Capital
Definition
The top part of a column supporting the entablature.
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Entablature
Definition
The part of a classical building between the top of a colonnade and the roof, consisting of architrave, frieze and cornice.
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Gable
Definition
The triangular upper part of a wall at the end of a roof which has two sloping sides.
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Jamb
Definition
The side of a door or window.
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Stucco
Definition
A textured exterior plaster finish.
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Arcade
Definition
A row of arches supported by columns.
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Composite
Definition
Roman order combining the Ionic capital and the leaves of the Corinthian.
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Cloister
Definition
A covered walk surrounding a court, traditionally linking a church to monastery buildings.
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Gargoyle
Definition
A spout projecting from a rain gutter to carry water down and away from a building. The Gothic designs of these are monstrous or grotesque figures.
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