Arquitectura y Construcción - Techos y Techos

a structural component of a roof that runs along the edge or gable of the roof

viga de barcaza

a horizontal row of masonry or brickwork that runs along the edge or gable of a roof, typically on the side of a building

curso de barcaza

an architectural structure, often made of stone or concrete, that forms a curved or arched ceiling or roof, providing strength, support, and architectural beauty to a space

bóveda (arquitectura)

a type of roof characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, resulting in a distinct double-pitched or barn-like appearance

techo abuhardillado

a roof style characterized by slopes on all sides, where the ends of the roof slope inward towards the ridge, creating a gentle or moderate slope without any vertical gables

techo a cuatro aguas

a roof style characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, often creating additional living space or attic rooms within the roof structure

buhardilla

the highest point where two roof slopes meet, forming a horizontal line along the top of the roof

cresta

a type of roof design characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a central ridge, resembling the shape of a saddle or an inverted "V"

tejado de dos aguas

a curved or hemispherical-shaped ceiling that creates a sense of openness and is often found in grand architectural spaces

techo abovedado

the edge or border of a roof, typically where it meets the gable or end wall of a building

borde

a building's roof that is rounded

cúpula

the lower edge or overhang of a roof that projects beyond the supporting walls, providing protection from the elements and directing water away from the building

alero

a type of roof with horizontal beams that project outward and support the weight of the roof, creating an open and decorative space below

techo de vigas de martillo

a simple roof design consisting of a single sloping plane that slopes downward in one direction, resembling the shape of a shed or lean-to structure

techo del cobertizo

a horizontal or nearly horizontal roof surface with a minimal slope, providing a level or nearly level surface on top of a building

tejado plano

a unique roof design characterized by two upward-sloping roof sections that meet in the middle, creating a V-shape resembling the wings of a butterfly

techo de mariposa

a roof design that features a gentle or pronounced curve along its span, deviating from a traditional flat or sloping roof

techo curvo

a roof design that has a noticeable incline or slope, typically with two or more sides slanting downward from a higher point towards the eaves or edges of the roof

techo inclinado

a roof design characterized by four sloping sides that meet at a single point or apex, forming a pyramid-like shape

techo piramidal

the highest point or peak of a roof, where the sloping sides or surfaces meet

ápex

a distinctive roof design that features a long, sloping roof on one side and a shorter, steep roof on the other side, resulting in an asymmetrical shape resembling a traditional wooden saltbox container

techo de caja de sal

a roof design characterized by a series of vertical roof surfaces with a combination of vertical glass panels and solid sections

techo de dientes de sierra

a ceiling design that has a level or horizontal surface without any visible slopes or curves

techo plano

a ceiling design that features an arched or curved shape, creating a sense of height and spaciousness in a room

Techo abovedado

a recessed or stepped ceiling design that adds visual interest to a room

techo de bandeja

a ceiling design that features a series of sunken panels or recessed geometric patterns, creating a grid-like appearance

techo artesonado

a recessed portion or section of a surface that is set lower than the surrounding area

panel hundido

a ceiling design that showcases exposed beams as a prominent architectural element

techo de vigas

a half-rounded architectural structure resembling the top half of a sphere often used to create a curved or vaulted ceiling

semidomo

a ceiling design that features a curved transition between the wall and the ceiling, creating a smooth, rounded surface

techo abovedado

a suspended ceiling or false ceiling, is a secondary ceiling installed below the main structural ceiling

falso techo

a bulbous, onion-shaped dome that is often found atop a tower or a building, typically associated with Eastern European and Russian architecture

cúpula de cebolla

the raised or elevated portion running along the ridge of a roof

costilla de cresta

cultivated green spaces established on the topmost level of a building that can provide temperature control apart from having decorative benefit

jardín en la azotea

the external surface of a building roof

techo

a decorative feature typically found on the gable or apex of a roof, resembling the spread tail feathers of a fan

cola de milano

a decorative or structural element with recessed panels, commonly found in ceilings, adding visual interest to the space

cajón hidráulico

a structural element that protrudes from a sloping roof, typically containing a window or set of windows

claraboya

the steepness or slope of a roof, typically expressed as a ratio or angle, indicating the vertical rise of the roof for every horizontal distance

pendiente de la cubierta

the roof of a house that is covered with or built from reeds or straws

paja

a small, dome-shaped or roof-like structure that sits on top of a larger building or roof

cúpula

a raised framework or structure built on a roof surface to support rooftop equipment or to create a transition between different roof levels

bordillo del techo