Architecture et Construction - Portes

a door that is located behind or at the side of a building

porte de derrière

a pair of glass doors, particularly ones that open to a garden or balcony

porte-fenêtre

a type of door constructed with multiple panels that are typically rectangular or square in shape

porte à panneaux

a type of door that has a smooth and flat surface, without any raised or indented areas

porte affleurante

a door that moves horizontally along a track

coulisse

a door divided horizontally into two parts that can be opened and closed independently

porte hollandaise

a type of door that slides into a recessed pocket within the adjacent wall, rather than swinging on hinges or sliding on tracks

porte escamotable

a type of door that is divided into two or more panels, hinged together in a way that allows them to fold and stack against each other when opened

porte pliante

a type of door that rotates on a central pivot point, typically located at the top and bottom of the door frame, instead of relying on traditional hinges

porte pivotante

a type of door consisting of multiple wings or panels that are arranged in a circular configuration and rotate around a central axis

porte tournante

a large door, typically made of metal or wood, that is installed in a garage or similar structure to provide vehicular access

porte de garage

a specialized door designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke within a building

Porte coupe-feu

a door with a mesh or perforated screen panel that allows for airflow while keeping bugs out

porte d'écran

a door that is equipped with slatted or angled openings, known as louvers, to allow for ventilation and airflow while providing privacy and some level of security

porte à persiennes

a type of door that is hinged on both sides, allowing it to swing in both directions

porte à double effet

the main entrance to a person's house

porte d'entrée

a large glass door that provides access from a building's interior to an outdoor patio or deck area

la porte du patio

a type of door that opens by swinging on hinges in a single direction

porte battante

a hinged or removable door, often located in a floor or ceiling, that provides access to a hidden or enclosed space below or above

trappe

a bell operated by a button outside a house or apartment that makes a sound when pushed, particularly to inform the inhabitants inside

sonnette

a round handle on a door that opens it when turned

bouton de porte

a metal object connected to the back of a door, which people hit against the door as a way of asking others to let them in

heurtoir

a small plate or plaque typically mounted on a door to display information such as the occupant's name, room number, or other relevant details

plaque de porte

the vertical structure on either side of a door that provides support and serves as the frame for the door

montant de porte

the entire vertical structure, including both the side posts and the head jamb, that forms the framework around a door

montant de porte

a small object or device placed on the floor to prevent a door from swinging or closing fully

butée de porte

a small opening or lens in a door or wall that allows a person to see who is on the other side without fully opening the door

judas

a type of joint that connects two objects and allows them to rotate or swing, typically used to attach a door, gate, or lid to its frame

charnière

the horizontal top portion of a door frame

tête de porte

a horizontal structural element or beam that supports the load above a door opening

linteau de porte

a door component that consists of a series of horizontal slats or blades, typically made of wood, glass, or metal, arranged in a tilted or angled position to allow for airflow and privacy while maintaining visibility

persienne de porte

the structural framework surrounding a door, including the vertical side pieces called jambs, the horizontal top piece called the head, and the bottom piece called the sill (if present)

chambranle

the horizontal top portion of a door frame

tête de porte

the horizontal part at the base of a door frame that you step over when entering or exiting a room

seuil

the vertical side member or post of a door

montant de porte

a vertical or horizontal structural member within a door frame that separates the door into sections, typically used in double or multi-panel doors to provide support and aesthetic division

meneau de porte

the vertical edge or side of a door where the lock or latch mechanism is installed

montant de serrure

the flat or raised surface of a door that fills the frame and can be made of various materials, such as wood, glass, or metal

vantail

a secure lock mechanism that uses a solid metal bolt to provide added protection by firmly securing a door in place

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