Arquitectura y Construcción - Arquitectura asiática y egipcia

a traditional style of Japanese tea houses and residential architecture associated with the tea ceremony, known for its simplicity, natural materials, and integration with the surrounding garden

sukiya-zukuri

a traditional Japanese architectural style characterized by the use of wooden screens, tatami mats, and decorative alcoves

shoin-zukuri

a style of aristocratic residential architecture characterized by a large main hall surrounded by smaller buildings, often seen in palaces and noble estates during the Heian period

estilo de arquitectura residencial aristocrática shinden-zukuri, estilo aristocrático shinden-zukuri

a style primarily used for Shinto shrines dedicated to Hachiman, characterized by a symmetrical gabled roof with two entranceways and verandas

hachiman-zukuri, estilo hachiman

a style used for shrines associated with mountain worship, featuring a distinctive blend of Buddhist and Shinto architectural elements

gongen-zukuri, estilo gongen-zukuri

a style of shrine architecture characterized by a curved, thatched roof, often resembling the shape of a wave, commonly seen in shrine halls

nagare-zukuri, estilo de arquitectura de santuarios con techo curvo

a Japanese architectural style featuring layered roofs and symmetrical layouts seen in imperial and aristocratic buildings

Estilo Teikan, Estilo de Tejado en Capas

a traditional wooden townhouse found in Kyoto, Japan, known for its narrow frontage and deep interior design

machiya, casa tradicional de madera (Kyoto)

a traditional Japanese gate commonly found at the entrance of Shinto shrines, characterized by two vertical pillars and a horizontal lintel, often painted in red and symbolizing the transition from the secular to the sacred

torii, puerta japonesa

a religious structure in Japan dedicated to the worship of kami, the spirits or deities of nature and ancestors, often characterized by a distinctive architectural style, torii gates, and various ritual elements

santuario sintoísta, templo sintoísta

a meditation hall or space, typically associated with Zen Buddhism, where practitioners gather for silent seated meditation and other related practices

zendo, salón de meditación

a traditional establishment where tea is served and enjoyed

casa de té, salón de té

a peaceful Japanese-style garden with rocks, sand or gravel, and minimal plants, created to promote tranquility, meditation, and a harmonious connection with nature

jardín zen, jardín de meditación

a traditional Japanese architectural ornamentation in the form of a demon or ogre mask, often made of clay or ceramic, placed on the edges of roofs or walls to ward off evil spirits and bring protection to the building

onigawara, máscara de ogro

a multi-story temple located in East or South Asia with a curved roof at each story

pagoda

a traditional Chinese architectural element consisting of interlocking wooden brackets that support the roof and transfer the weight of the structure to the columns or walls

dougong, soporte de madera tradicional

traditional Korean houses with distinctive architectural features, including wooden frames, paper sliding doors, and curved roofs, reflecting the cultural heritage of Korea

hanok, casa tradicional coreana

a circular or semi-circular opening found in traditional Chinese gardens and architecture, typically made of stone or wood, creating a framed entrance or window that symbolizes harmony and good fortune

puerta lunar, arco lunar

a type of ancient Egyptian tomb structure characterized by a rectangular, flat-roofed design with sloping sides, typically consisting of an underground burial chamber and a superstructure above ground

mastaba

a small structure or room within an ancient Egyptian temple or tomb complex where offerings, rituals, and prayers were conducted to honor and provide for the deceased or deities

capilla de ofrendas, capilla de ofrenda

an underground structure or chamber, often used as a tomb or sacred space, typically found in ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Rome, and characterized by its subterranean location and architectural features

hipogeo, estructura subterránea

a type of ancient Egyptian temple built near or connected to a royal tomb, dedicated to the worship and commemoration of a deceased pharaoh, serving as a place for rituals, offerings, and the veneration of the ruler's spirit

templo funerario, templo mortuorio

a grand entrance gateway in ancient Egyptian architecture, characterized by two sloping walls and a central doorway

pirámide, entrada monumental

a large hall with a roof supported by many columns

hipóstilo

a stone monument built in ancient Egypt usually as a tomb for the pharaohs, which has a triangular or square base that slopes up to the top

pirámide

a small, enclosed chamber or room, typically found in ancient Egyptian tombs, where the statue or representation of the deceased person was placed for worship or remembrance

serdab, cámara sepulcral

an architectural element in ancient Egyptian tomb and temple architecture that resembles a real door but is not functional

puerta falsa