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Arquitectura y Construcción - Tipos de Vivienda

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con los diferentes tipos de vivienda como "cabaña", "casa adosada" y "cottage".

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condominium
condominium
[Sustantivo]

a building or a group of buildings in which individual units are owned privately, while common areas and facilities such as hallways, elevators, etc. are owned and managed by all residents

condominio

condominio

Ex: Residents of the condominium enjoy access to shared facilities such as a swimming pool and fitness center. 

Los residentes del condominio disfrutan de acceso a instalaciones compartidas como una piscina y un gimnasio.

cabana
cabana
[Sustantivo]

a hut, shelter, or cabin, usually at a swimming pool or beach

cabaña

cabaña

Ex: The tropical cabana was adorned with colorful fabrics and surrounded by lush greenery, creating a paradise-like setting. 

La cabaña tropical estaba adornada con telas coloridas y rodeada de exuberante vegetación, creando un entorno paradisíaco.

apartment
apartment
[Sustantivo]

a place that has a few rooms for people to live in, normally part of a building that has other such places on each floor

apartamento

apartamento

Ex: She invited her friends over to her apartment for a movie night. 
apartment building
apartment building
[Sustantivo]

a tall building with one or several apartments built on each floor

edificio de apartamentos, edificio de viviendas

edificio de apartamentos, edificio de viviendas

Ex: Families moved into the newly constructed apartment building, attracted by its spacious floor plans and proximity to schools and shopping centers. 

Las familias se mudaron al edificio de apartamentos recién construido, atraídas por sus planos de planta espaciosos y su proximidad a escuelas y centros comerciales.

single-family home
single-family home
[Sustantivo]

a residential dwelling designed and intended for occupancy by a single household or family

casa unifamiliar, vivienda unifamiliar

casa unifamiliar, vivienda unifamiliar

Ex: Many families prefer a single-family home because it provides more freedom and independence. 

Muchas familias prefieren una casa unifamiliar porque ofrece más libertad e independencia.

town house
town house
[Sustantivo]

a type of house that is typically multi-storied and attached to other similar houses in a row or block, often found in urban areas

casa adosada, casa en hilera

casa adosada, casa en hilera

Ex: Each town house has its own small garden at the back. 

Cada casa adosada tiene su propio pequeño jardín en la parte trasera.

mobile home
mobile home
[Sustantivo]

a factory-built narrow house that is placed in a fixed location for people to live in

casa móvil

casa móvil

penthouse
penthouse
[Sustantivo]

an apartment on top of a tall building

ático, penthouse

ático, penthouse

Ex: The penthouse is considered the most exclusive residence in the building. 

El penthouse está considerado como la residencia más exclusiva del edificio.

duplex
duplex
[Sustantivo]

a residential building that contains two separate living units or residences, typically stacked on top of each other or side by side

dúplex

dúplex

Ex: The duplex offered the ideal balance of independence and affordability. 

El dúplex ofrecía el equilibrio ideal entre independencia y asequibilidad.

cabin
cabin
[Sustantivo]

a small, simple house or shelter, typically made of wood and located in a rural or remote area

cabaña

cabaña

Ex: Jason built a wooden cabin deep in the forest. 
chalet
chalet
[Sustantivo]

a wooden house with a steep sloping roof, often found in mountainous areas in Switzerland

chalet, chalé

chalet, chalé

Ex: She dreamt of owning a charming chalet overlooking a pristine alpine lake. 

Soñaba con tener un encantador chalet con vistas a un prístino lago alpino.

chateau
chateau
[Sustantivo]

a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

castillo

castillo

Ex: The chateau's opulent interiors were adorned with priceless artwork, antique furnishings, and intricate tapestries, reflecting its rich history and noble heritage. 

Los interiores opulentos del castillo estaban adornados con obras de arte invaluables, muebles antiguos y tapices intrincados, reflejando su rica historia y noble herencia.

country house
country house
[Sustantivo]

a big home in the countryside, often with large grounds or gardens

casa de campo

casa de campo

Ex: The country house was steeped in history, with generations of owners adding their own touches to the sprawling estate. 

La casa de campo estaba impregnada de historia, con generaciones de dueños añadiendo sus propios toques a la extensa propiedad.

cottage
cottage
[Sustantivo]

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

cabaña

cabaña

Ex: Her grandparents live in a quaint cottage surrounded by gardens. 
ranch house
ranch house
[Sustantivo]

a single-story residential dwelling with a long, low profile and an open floor plan

casa ranch, casa de una planta

casa ranch, casa de una planta

Ex: The ranch house was a sprawling one-story structure with a rustic charm, featuring exposed wooden beams and a stone fireplace. 

La casa ranch era una estructura extensa de un solo piso con un encanto rústico, que presentaba vigas de madera expuestas y una chimenea de piedra.

bunker
bunker
[Sustantivo]

a shelter equipped with strong walls, often built underground, to protect soldiers or guns

búnker

búnker

Ex: The troops were briefed on the emergency evacuation plan from the bunker. 

Las tropas fueron informadas sobre el plan de evacuación de emergencia desde el búnker.

log cabin
log cabin
[Sustantivo]

a small house, particularly one in the mountains or the countryside, that is made of thick pieces of wood

cabaña de troncos

cabaña de troncos

Ex: Their family’s log cabin was a perfect place to escape and enjoy the beauty of nature. 

La cabaña de troncos de su familia era un lugar perfecto para escapar y disfrutar de la belleza de la naturaleza.

mansion
mansion
[Sustantivo]

a very large and impressive house

mansión

mansión

Ex: The mansion has ten bedrooms, a swimming pool, and a large garden. 

La mansión tiene diez habitaciones, una piscina y un gran jardín.

palace
palace
[Sustantivo]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

palacio

palacio

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations, its ruins offering glimpses into history. 
villa
villa
[Sustantivo]

a large and often luxurious house in the countryside, especially in southern Europe

villa

villa

Ex: The old villa is surrounded by olive trees and gardens. 
gazebo
gazebo
[Sustantivo]

a small roofed building with open sides, usually in a garden

glorieta

glorieta

Ex: The park's centerpiece is a large, ornate gazebo where musicians often perform concerts. 

El elemento central del parque es un gran kiosco ornamentado donde los músicos a menudo realizan conciertos.

guest house
guest house
[Sustantivo]

a small house separated from a larger one where guests can stay

casa de invitados

casa de invitados

Ex: Families rented out the guest house for reunions and gatherings, enjoying the convenience of having additional space and privacy. 

Las familias alquilaban la casa de huéspedes para reuniones y encuentros, disfrutando de la conveniencia de tener espacio adicional y privacidad.

lean-to
lean-to
[Sustantivo]

a building of small size, such as a shed or garage, that shares a wall and roof with a building of larger size

cobertizo

cobertizo

Ex: The farmer stored his tools and supplies in a makeshift lean-to attached to the barn. 

El granjero almacenó sus herramientas y suministros en un cobertizo improvisado adosado al granero.

lodge
lodge
[Sustantivo]

a small house or cabin used temporarily, especially for hunting, skiing, or another outdoor activity

cabaña

cabaña

Ex: The family owns a fishing lodge beside the river. 
rotunda
rotunda
[Sustantivo]

a round hall or building that often has a rounded roof as well

rotonda

rotonda

shanty
shanty
[Sustantivo]

a small, simple cottage often constructed from basic materials

una pequeña cabaña, una choza

una pequeña cabaña, una choza

Ex: We stayed in a cozy beach shanty during our vacation. 

Nos alojamos en una acogedora choza de playa durante nuestras vacaciones.

shelter
shelter
[Sustantivo]

a building, structure, or covered place that provides protection from weather, danger, or harm

refugio

refugio

Ex: We built a simple shelter to protect the animals from the wind. 
tenement
tenement
[Sustantivo]

a house or building divided into separate residences, often large and associated with urban, lower-income housing

casa de vecindad

casa de vecindad

Ex: The tenement had several floors, each with multiple apartments. 

El tenement tenía varios pisos, cada uno con múltiples apartamentos.

adobe house
adobe house
[Sustantivo]

a type of traditional dwelling made from sun-dried bricks, commonly found in arid and warm regions

casa de adobe, vivienda tradicional de ladrillos de barro secados al sol

casa de adobe, vivienda tradicional de ladrillos de barro secados al sol

Ex: The village was known for its distinctive adobe houses, each one a testament to traditional building techniques. 

El pueblo era conocido por sus distintivas casas de adobe, cada una un testimonio de las técnicas de construcción tradicionales.

dwelling
dwelling
[Sustantivo]

a house, apartment, or other place where someone lives

vivienda

vivienda

Ex: Each dwelling has its own entrance and small garden. 
pied-a-terre
pied-a-terre
[Sustantivo]

a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

piso de uso temporal

piso de uso temporal

Ex: They enjoyed the best of both worlds, living in a country home and having a pied-à-terre for urban adventures. 

Disfrutaron de lo mejor de ambos mundos, viviendo en una casa de campo y teniendo un pied-à-terre para aventuras urbanas.

high-rise
high-rise
[Sustantivo]

a very tall building with many floors

rascacielos

rascacielos

Ex: The neighborhood was undergoing rapid development, with new high-rises springing up every year. 
outbuilding
outbuilding
[Sustantivo]

a small separate building that is built near a main building that it belongs to, such as a shed or barn

edificio anexo

edificio anexo

Ex: The outbuilding was converted into a small workshop for woodworking projects. 

La dependencia se convirtió en un pequeño taller para proyectos de carpintería.

belvedere
belvedere
[Sustantivo]

a small structure, gallery, or summerhouse that usually has an open side and provides an excellent view

belvedere

belvedere

Ex: The architect designed a stunning belvedere that offered panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. 

El arquitecto diseñó un mirador impresionante que ofrecía vistas panorámicas del campo circundante.

floating home
floating home
[Sustantivo]

a residential structure that is designed to float on water, providing a unique living environment with the possibility of mobility or stationary placement

casa flotante, vivienda flotante

casa flotante, vivienda flotante

Ex: Many people in coastal areas are opting for floating homes as an alternative to traditional houses. 

Muchas personas en áreas costeras están optando por casas flotantes como alternativa a las casas tradicionales.

igloo
igloo
[Sustantivo]

a house or shelter in the shape of a dome that is built from blocks of ice or hard snow

iglú

iglú

Ex: The Inuit family constructed a cozy igloo using blocks of ice to protect themselves from the freezing Arctic winds. 

La familia inuit construyó un acogedor iglú usando bloques de hielo para protegerse de los gélidos vientos del Ártico.

Earthship
Earthship
[Sustantivo]

a sustainable and environmentally friendly home that is made primarily from natural and recycled materials, such as tires, bottles, and cans

Earthship, Casa ecológica

Earthship, Casa ecológica

Ex: Living in an Earthship allows people to live off-grid, with little need for external utilities. 

Vivir en un Earthship permite a las personas vivir fuera de la red, con poca necesidad de servicios públicos externos.

yurt
yurt
[Sustantivo]

a circular portable tent, particularly used in Siberia and Mongolia

yurta

yurta

Ex: Despite its simple structure, the yurt was surprisingly warm and comfortable during the cold winter nights. 

A pesar de su estructura simple, la yurta era sorprendentemente cálida y cómoda durante las frías noches de invierno.

houseboat
houseboat
[Sustantivo]

a boat designed for living in

casa flotante

casa flotante

Ex: She dreams of retiring on a houseboat and traveling from port to port. 

Ella sueña con jubilarse en una casa flotante y viajar de puerto en puerto.

tree house
tree house
[Sustantivo]

an enclosed structure built among the branches of a tree to provide children with a place to play in

casa del árbol

casa del árbol

Ex: The couple designed their tree house with large windows, offering breathtaking views of the forest. 

La pareja diseñó su casa del árbol con grandes ventanas, ofreciendo vistas impresionantes del bosque.

studio
studio
[Sustantivo]

a tiny apartment that has only one main room

studio

studio

Ex: The studio had large windows that let in plenty of natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. 
residential complex

a multi-building or multi-unit development designed for residential purposes, often featuring shared amenities and services for the residents

complejo residencial, conjunto residencial

complejo residencial, conjunto residencial

Ex: The new residential complex offers modern apartments with beautiful views of the city. 

El nuevo complejo residencial ofrece apartamentos modernos con hermosas vistas de la ciudad.

residential tower
residential tower
[Sustantivo]

a tall building primarily designed and constructed for residential purposes, typically housing multiple residential units or apartments within a vertical structure

torre residencial, edificio residencial

torre residencial, edificio residencial

Ex: The residential tower has a rooftop garden where residents can relax and enjoy the outdoors. 

La torre residencial tiene un jardín en la azotea donde los residentes pueden relajarse y disfrutar del aire libre.

nomad tent
nomad tent
[Sustantivo]

a portable and temporary shelter used by nomadic communities, often made from animal hides, fabric, or woven materials

tienda nómada, yurta

tienda nómada, yurta

Ex: In some cultures, nomad tents are decorated with intricate patterns and symbols that represent the family's heritage. 

En algunas culturas, las tiendas nómadas están decoradas con intrincados patrones y símbolos que representan la herencia familiar.

joglo
joglo
[Sustantivo]

a traditional Javanese wooden house with a peaked roof and intricate carvings, commonly found in Java, Indonesia

joglo, casa tradicional javanesa de madera con techo en punta y tallados intrincados

joglo, casa tradicional javanesa de madera con techo en punta y tallados intrincados

Ex: The wooden beams of the joglo were intricately carved, showcasing local craftsmanship. 

Las vigas de madera del joglo estaban intrincadamente talladas, mostrando la artesanía local.

mud hut
mud hut
[Sustantivo]

a simple shelter or dwelling made by using a mixture of mud, clay, and other natural materials, commonly found in rural or traditional communities

choza de barro, cabaña de lodo

choza de barro, cabaña de lodo

Ex: Travelers admired the craftsmanship of the mud hut, noting how it blended with the landscape. 

Los viajeros admiraron la artesanía de la choza de barro, observando cómo se integraba en el paisaje.

haveli
haveli
[Sustantivo]

a traditional mansion or large residence with intricate architectural designs, commonly found in South Asia

un mansión tradicional, una gran residencia tradicional

un mansión tradicional, una gran residencia tradicional

Ex: Many old havelis have been converted into boutique hotels, preserving their historical charm. 

Muchos antiguos havelis han sido convertidos en hoteles boutique, preservando su encanto histórico.

riad
riad
[Sustantivo]

a traditional Moroccan house built around a central courtyard, often with ornate architecture and a peaceful atmosphere

un riad,  una casa tradicional marroquí construida alrededor de un patio central

un riad, una casa tradicional marroquí construida alrededor de un patio central

Ex: Guests enjoyed their meals under the open sky in the central courtyard of the riad. 

Los invitados disfrutaron de sus comidas bajo el cielo abierto en el patio central del riad.

castle
castle
[Sustantivo]

a large and strong building that is protected against attacks, in which the royal family lives

castillo

castillo

Ex: During the summer vacation, the family visited several castles across Europe, each with its unique history. 
ecohouse
ecohouse
[Sustantivo]

a residence designed and built with a focus on environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and the use of eco-friendly materials and technologies to minimize its impact on the environment

casa ecológica, vivienda sostenible

casa ecológica, vivienda sostenible

Ex: The use of recycled materials in the construction of the ecohouse made it an environmentally friendly option. 

El uso de materiales reciclados en la construcción de la casa ecológica la convirtió en una opción respetuosa con el medio ambiente.

barracks
barracks
[Sustantivo]

a building or a set of buildings for soldiers to live in

barraca

barraca

Ex: The historic barracks, now a museum, offer a glimpse into the daily lives of soldiers from the past. 

Los cuarteles históricos, ahora un museo, ofrecen una visión de la vida diaria de los soldados del pasado.

brownstone
brownstone
[Sustantivo]

a house, particularly found in New York City, that is built of, or with a front made of, a type of reddish-brown sandstone

casa de piedra rojiza

casa de piedra rojiza

Ex: Her dream home was always a brownstone with a classic stoop. 

Su casa soñada siempre fue un brownstone con un escalón clásico.

carriage house
carriage house
[Sustantivo]

a small building with a high ceiling that is primarily used to provide a covered space for coaches and carriages when they are not in use

cochera

cochera

Ex: The estate included a carriage house that was used to store vintage cars and other equipment. 

La finca incluía una cochera que se utilizaba para almacenar coches clásicos y otros equipos.

detached house
detached house
[Sustantivo]

a single-family house that is not connected to any other house, usually with its own yard or garden

casa independiente, casa unifamiliar

casa independiente, casa unifamiliar

Ex: He preferred living in a detached house because it felt more secluded. 

Él prefería vivir en una casa independiente porque se sentía más aislada.

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