Architektur und Bauwesen - Wände

a type of wall, specifically a low wall or parapet that extends above the main roofline of a building

Attika, Attika-Wand

a architectural element that projects from a wall to support or adorn another element, such as a shelf, beam, or cornice

Balken, Konsolen

a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling

Parapet, Brüstung

a defensive wall or embankment built around a fortification or city for protection against enemy attacks

Wall, Befestigungsmauer

the upper part of a wall, typically referring to the portion that is above a lintel or a horizontal projection

Brust, obere Teil

a notched or indented opening in a battlement or parapet, typically used for observation or defensive purposes

Zinne, Merlon

a piece of stone or wood protruding from a wall, supporting its above structure

Konsol, Abstützung

a non-structural exterior wall system made of lightweight materials, such as glass, providing a protective barrier and allowing natural light into a building

Vorhangfassade, Vorhangwand

a wall constructed primarily for the purpose of screening or enclosing an area, often made of decorative materials and providing privacy or protection

Sichtschutzwand, Dekorwand

a hollow space in a wall, used for putting in decorative objects such a statue

Nische, Wandnische

the vertical joint or seam between two bricks or stones in a masonry wall

vertikale Fuge, Perpendikular

the corner angle of a building, typically formed by masonry blocks or stones

Ecke, Quader

the vertical side or edge of a door or window frame that is set back from the surrounding wall surface

Revel, Rahmenkante

an angled or sloping surface, typically found on the sides or edges of a window or door opening, creating a wider opening towards the inside of a wall

Verbreiterung, Abwinkelung

a diagonal or oblique opening or passage in a wall, typically found in architecture, allowing a view or passage between different spaces or rooms

schräge Öffnung, diagonaler Durchgang

a projecting horizontal molding or ledge located at the base of a building or wall, designed to divert water away from the structure

Wasserführung, Wasserbord

a horizontal decorative or structural element that runs along the exterior or interior of a building, typically separating different sections or adding visual interest to the architecture

Band, Bahn

a structural wall that supports the weight of the building or a significant portion of it, transmitting the load to the foundation and other structural elements

tragende Wand, Stützwand

a wall that forms the outer boundary of a building, separating the interior space from the external environment

Außenwand, äußere Wand

a wall that divides the interior space of a building into separate rooms or areas

innenwand, Trennwand

a structure designed to hold back soil or other materials and prevent erosion or the collapse of land

Stützmauer, Retentionsmauer

a non-load-bearing wall made of vertical wooden or metal studs covered with materials such as drywall or paneling

Ständerwand, nicht tragende Wand

a solid structure made of concrete that provides strength, durability, and stability to a building or structure

Betonwand, Betonmauer

a construction made of bricks, typically arranged in a pattern, that forms a sturdy and durable barrier

Backsteinmauer, Ziegelwand

a structure built using stones or rocks, typically stacked together, to create a solid and enduring barrier

Steinmauer, Steinwand

a wall constructed primarily using timber or wood as the main material

Holzwand, Wand aus Holz

a transparent or translucent barrier made of glass that separates or divides spaces while allowing visual connection between them

Glaswand, Glasmauer

a plant-covered vertical structure that can be attached to a building wall, particularly when there is not enough space for plants to grow on the ground

grüne Wand, lebende Wand

a partition or barrier that is intended for short-term use and can be easily installed, removed, or repositioned without causing permanent structural changes to a space

temporäre Wand, Trennwand

a structure built to mark and enclose the boundary or perimeter of a property, providing separation and security between neighboring properties or areas

Grenzmauer, Grenzwand

a specially constructed wall that is designed and built to resist the spread of fire for a specified period of time, providing a barrier to limit the fire's progression and protect adjacent areas or structures

feuerbeständige Wand, Brandschutzwand

a high section of a wall, typically containing windows or other openings, that allows natural light to enter a building while providing a sense of height and airiness to the interior space

Klerestor, oberes Fenster

the protective covering or cap placed on top of a wall, parapet, or other architectural element to prevent water infiltration, enhance structural integrity, and provide a finished appearance

Abdeckung, Kopf

the individual stone unit or element that forms the topmost layer or cap of a wall, parapet, or similar architectural feature, serving as a protective and decorative covering

Abdeckstein, Krönungsstein

the uppermost layer or finishing element placed on the top of a wall, providing protection from weather elements and giving a completed appearance to the structure

Kappe, Abdeckung

a decorative paneling or covering applied to the lower part of a wall, typically extending from the floor to a certain height, often made of wood or other materials

Wandverkleidung, vertäfelung

the application of decorative panels or boards to enhance the appearance of walls or other surfaces, adding texture and visual interest to the space

Verkleidung, Paneelverkleidung

a wall or piece of glass that is used to divide different parts of a building

Trennwand, Abtrennung

a shared boundary wall between two adjacent properties or structures

Gemeinschaftswand, trennwand

a small indented area or alcove set back into a wall or other surface, often used for decorative or functional purposes such as display, storage, or seating

Nische, Ausbuchtung

a partition or object used to separate or divide a larger space into distinct sections, providing visual or physical separation between areas for functional or aesthetic purposes

Teiler, Trennwand

a traditional Japanese folding screen or room divider made of a wooden frame and translucent paper or fabric panels, allowing diffused light to pass through while providing privacy and aesthetic beauty

Shoji-Trennwand, Shoji-Screen

a short wall extending from a main structure, often found at the sides of bridges or buildings, providing support or separation

Flügelwand, seitlicher Wand

a small groove in a wall or surface used to hide the edge of another material or component

Rille, Nut

a projecting edge used to redirect water away from a building's surface

Abtropfkante, Wasserabfluss

a framework of bars or slats used to cover or protect openings while allowing airflow or visibility

Gitter, Gitterrost

the upper part of a house wall in the shape of a triangle where it meets a sloping roof

Giebel, Dachfirst

the vertical wall surface that forms the triangular end of a building or structure, enclosed by the gable

Giebel, Giebelseite

the specific gable end wall or any wall within the gable structure

Giebelwand, Giebelmauer

a decorative architectural feature consisting of a series of stone steps or corbels that project horizontally from a gable wall or vertical surface

Korbelsprosse, Korbelleiter

a small groove or channel in a stone or masonry surface used for directing water flow

Rinne, Rille