Architecture et Construction - Caractéristiques Ornementales en Architecture
Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés aux caractéristiques ornementales en architecture tels que "moulure", "rainure" et "plaque".
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a narrow piece of plaster, wood, or other material, used as decoration along the top of a wall, around a door, etc.

moulure
Le designer d'intérieur a recommandé des moulures décoratives pour les encadrements de fenêtres.
a sculptural technique in which shapes or figures are raised above a flat background

relief
Le relief permet aux motifs de se détacher sans couper complètement le matériau.
a narrow and decorative border that has engravings or pictures on it, especially above the walls of a room or building

frise, bordure
L'artiste a été chargé de créer une nouvelle frise pour le palais de justice, illustrant les principes de la justice.
a decorative element in the shape of a stylized flower, often used as an ornament or embellishment in architecture and design

rosette, ornement en forme de fleur stylisée
a decorative frame or panel, typically in the shape of an oval or rectangle, used to showcase inscriptions, symbols, or decorative motifs, commonly found in Egyptian and Renaissance architecture

cartouche
an ornamental border made of plaster or wood, often used around the top of a wall where it meets the ceiling

corniche
La corniche dans le couloir était sculptée de motifs floraux délicats.
decorative motifs or patterns characterized by flowing, curving lines resembling scrolls or spirals, often used to adorn architectural elements such as friezes, moldings, and ironwork

arabesque, volute
a small balcony or railing-like structure typically found on the upper level of a building, often ornamental in nature and providing a decorative accent to the façade

balconnet, petit balcon
a curved ornamental feature, typically placed above doorways, windows, or niches, often found in Gothic architecture

accolade, arcature
Les efforts de restauration ont préservé les accolades sculptées originales.
a small circular ornament or molding, resembling a ring, used in architectural design for decorative purposes

annelet, petit anneau ornemental
a decorative molding or band that spans the curved underside of an arch, often adorned with intricate sculptural or ornamental details

archivolte, moulure d'arc
decorative elements used in medieval architecture, especially in Romanesque designs

billettes
Les billettes étaient couramment utilisées dans l'architecture normande pour leur forme simple et cylindrique.
a decorative architectural element or motif consisting of five rounded lobes or petals arranged in a symmetrical design, resembling a five-leafed clover or flower

cinquefeuille, motif à cinq lobes
a decorative horizontal band or molding on a building's exterior

cordon, moulure décorative
a small projecting ornament, often in the form of a leaf or a bud, used to decorate the edges or angles of architectural elements such as spires, pinnacles, or gables

crochet, ornement architectural en forme de feuille ou de bourgeon
the presence of a pointed or cusped feature, typically seen in architectural elements such as arches, tracery, or ornamental designs

cuspidation, présence d'une caractéristique pointue ou en forme de cuspide
a small, rectangular-shaped block or tooth-like projection used as a decorative element in the molding or cornice of a building

denticule, dentelure
a small, pointed, tooth-like ornament often used in architectural detailing, characterized by its sharp, triangular shape resembling the tooth of a dog

dent-de-chien, ornement en forme de dent de chien
a decorative element placed at the top or end of an architectural feature or object

pommeau, ornement terminal
a series of vertical grooves or shallow concave channels that are often found on columns, pilasters, or other architectural elements

cannelure, stries verticales
a long, narrow cut or indentation, often linear in shape, that is typically found on surfaces such as columns, moldings, or panels in architectural design

rainure, sillon
a decorative architectural element positioned at the front of a building, often serving as an entrance or decorative feature

frontispice
a sunken decorative panel, typically square or rectangular in shape, that is used to adorn ceilings, domes, or vaults in architecture

caisson, panneau décoratif enfoncé
a small, rectangular or cone-shaped decorative element typically found on the underside of the triglyphs in a Doric frieze

goutte, élément décoratif en forme de petite goutte
a continuous, repeating design made of straight lines and right angles, often seen in Greek art and architecture

méandre, fret
Son tatouage comprenait un méandre stylisé inspiré de la poterie antique.
a decorative hanging ornament or pendant-shaped element that is suspended from a ceiling or structure

pendentif, pendeloque
a decorative element or motif consisting of four overlapping circles or lobes that form a symmetrical shape resembling a four-leaf clover

quatrefeuille, motif à quatre feuilles
La mosquée islamique avait un dôme en forme de quatrefoil, représentant les quatre coins de la terre et l'unité de toute la création.
a decorative motif in architecture and design that consists of interlacing or overlapping bands or straps, often in a geometric or scrolling pattern

entrelacs, motif à bandes entrelacées
a decorative motif or pattern resembling the shape or design of the ancient strigil tool

strigile, motif strigile
a decorative molding or edging characterized by a series of small, rounded or elongated shapes resembling beads, often used to add detail and visual interest to surfaces or edges

perlage, moulure perlée
a decorative molding or profile that consists of a semi-circular shape or a series of small beads, often used to create a decorative border or separation between two surfaces

astragale, moulure semi-circulaire
a raised, projecting molding or frame with a distinctive profile, often used around doors, windows, or paneling to create a decorative and three-dimensional effect on the surface

bolection, moulure en saillie
a rounded molding or trim used for edging or ornamenting furniture and woodwork

moulure, baguette
Les pieds de la chaise présentaient un boudin subtil.
a projecting or ornamental feature resembling the beak of a bird, typically found at the end or corner of a roof, canopy, or gable

bec, éperon
a type of molding that is typically used at the junction between a wall and a ceiling or between different architectural elements

moulure de lit, moulure d'encadrement
a concave molding or profile with a curved shape, resembling a segment of a circle

cavetto, moulure concave
a rounded molding with a convex quarter-circle cross-section, used as a decorative element to add elegance and visual appeal to various architectural features

ovolo, moulure en quart-de-rond
a replica, copy, or reproduction of a decorative element or architectural detail, often created for restoration or preservation purposes

ectype, réplique
a decorative motif or molding consisting of convex, rounded, or scalloped shapes that are typically repeated in a regular pattern

godron, moulure godronnée
a small, recessed detail or groove used to create a visual transition or decorative element between different architectural features

détail en retrait, rainure décorative
a small, dome-like or vaulted structure, often used as a decorative element or as a covering for a specific area

calotte
a slender, elongated architectural feature, decorative or functional, typically made of stone, metal, or wood

baguette, moulure
Les baguettes peuvent servir à la fois à des fins structurelles et décoratives.
decorative ornamental elements, such as finials or small sculptures, often found along the ridge or top edge of a roof or wall, adding visual interest and architectural detail

crête, ornement de faîtage
a sculpted or decorative element that is placed at the end or termination point of a structure, such as a column, pilaster, or balustrade

figure terminale, ornement terminal
a decorative molding or trim used in interior design and woodworking

architrave, moulure décorative
a circular or oval decorative element used in architecture and design to add ornamental detail, often featuring intricate patterns or symbols

médaillon, ornement circulaire ou ovale
a decorative element or motif resembling a cushion or pillow, often used to adorn the bases or capitals of columns, pilasters, or other architectural features

coussinet, oreiller décoratif
the art of using plaster to create intricate and decorative designs, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of architectural interiors

stuc ornemental, plâtre décoratif
a decorative structure, often made of fabric or richly adorned materials, supported by columns or suspended from the ceiling, used to cover or highlight an important object or area, such as an altar or a throne

baldaquin, ciel de lit
a decorative band or molding found at the top of a column, typically serving as a transition between the shaft and the capital

gorgerin, collet
a board made of stone, wood, etc. with writings on it, attached to a building to honor an important person or event

plaque
a groove or recessed groove-like feature, often found on columns, moldings, or other architectural elements, adding decorative or functional detail to the surface

canalure, rainure
a vertical groove or rib, often decorative, resembling a reed stem, found on columns, pilasters, or other architectural elements

cannelure, strie
Les cannelures sculptées dans la pierre ont rehaussé l'élégance de la salle.
a long, narrow groove or linear marking, often found on surfaces such as walls or columns, adding texture or decorative detailing to the architectural element

strie, rainure
a decorative motif commonly used in architecture, characterized by the stylized representation of the leaves of the acanthus plant

acanthe, motif d'acanthe
a concave or curved profile or molding used as a transitional element between different parts of a building or between different architectural features

congé
a concave, curved molding that gradually decreases in diameter from top to bottom, often used for decorative purposes on columns and other architectural elements

scotie, moulure concave
a spiral or scroll-like architectural ornament, typically found at the top of a column capital, staircase railing, or decorative molding

volute, ornement en spirale
L'escalier du palais de la Renaissance était flanqué de balustrades en marbre ornées de délicates volutes, mettant en valeur l'artisanat de l'époque.
a decorative molding or curved section that is typically installed along the meeting point of a wall and ceiling to add aesthetic appeal and create a smooth transition

corniche, moulure décorative
a narrow, rounded, or beveled strip used to create a smooth or decorative transition between surfaces

filet, moulure
Les colonnes de pierre étaient soulignées d'un filet décoratif.
the final, crowning stone or element placed at the top of a structure, often symbolizing completion or achievement

pierre angulaire, clé de voûte
a curved or rounded projection, such as the front surface of a molding or the convex part of a cornice

saillie, bosse
Les dessins architecturaux indiquaient le gorge de la colonne.
