Words Related to Architecture and Construction - Walls

grenier

support

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

rempart

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

créneau

corbeau

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

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

niche

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

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

révélation

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

strabisme

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

mur végétalisé

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

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

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

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

chaperon

pierre de margelle

capuchon

lambris

lambris

cloison

a shared boundary wall between two adjacent properties or structures

récréation

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

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

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

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

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

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

pignon

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

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

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

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