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Architettura e Costruzione - Tipi di abitazione

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condominium
[sostantivo]

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: The condominium fee covers maintenance costs for common areas and services provided by the homeowners ' association .La quota del **condominio** copre i costi di manutenzione delle aree comuni e i servizi forniti dall'associazione dei proprietari.
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cabana
[sostantivo]

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

Cabana

Cabana

Ex: As the sun began to set , they lit candles in the cabana, transforming it into a romantic oasis by the sea .Mentre il sole cominciava a tramontare, accesero candele nella **cabana**, trasformandola in un'oasi romantica sul mare.
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apartment
[sostantivo]

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

appartamento

appartamento

Ex: The apartment has a secure entry system .L'**appartamento** ha un sistema di ingresso sicuro.
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apartment building
[sostantivo]

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

condominio

condominio

Ex: Tenants gathered for a community barbecue in the courtyard of the apartment building, fostering a sense of camaraderie among neighbors .Gli inquilini si sono riuniti per un barbecue comunitario nel cortile del **palazzo**, favorendo un senso di cameratismo tra i vicini.
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single-family home
[sostantivo]

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

casa unifamiliare, abitazione unifamiliare

casa unifamiliare, abitazione unifamiliare

Ex: The neighborhood is mostly made up of single-family homes with front lawns and driveways .Il quartiere è composto principalmente da **case unifamiliari** con prati antistanti e vialetti.
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town house
[sostantivo]

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 a schiera, casa gemella

casa a schiera, casa gemella

Ex: Unlike single-family homes, townhouses tend to have a smaller footprint and are easier to maintain.A differenza delle case unifamiliari, le **case a schiera** tendono ad avere un'impronta più piccola e sono più facili da mantenere.
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mobile home
[sostantivo]

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

casa mobile, mobile home

casa mobile, mobile home

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penthouse
[sostantivo]

an apartment on top of a tall building

attico

attico

Ex: They stayed in a penthouse suite during their vacation , enjoying unparalleled luxury .Sono rimasti in una suite **penthouse** durante le loro vacanze, godendosi un lusso senza pari.
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duplex
[sostantivo]

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

duplex, casa bifamiliare

duplex, casa bifamiliare

Ex: The duplex was located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to public transport .Il **duplex** era situato in un quartiere tranquillo con facile accesso ai mezzi pubblici.
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cabin
[sostantivo]

a small wooden house or shelter built in a forest or the mountains

cabina

cabina

Ex: The secluded cabin provided a quiet sanctuary for writers and artists seeking inspiration in nature 's beauty .La **capanna** appartata offriva un tranquillo santuario per scrittori e artisti in cerca di ispirazione nella bellezza della natura.
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chalet
[sostantivo]

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

chalet

chalet

Ex: The chalet's wooden beams and sloping roof added to its alpine charm .Le travi in legno e il tetto spiovente del **chalet** aggiungevano al suo fascino alpino.
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chateau
[sostantivo]

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

castello

castello

Ex: The chateau served as a luxurious retreat for royalty and aristocrats , hosting lavish banquets , soirées , and hunting parties in its sprawling estate .Il **castello** fungeva da lussuoso rifugio per la nobiltà e gli aristocratici, ospitando sontuosi banchetti, serate e battute di caccia nella sua vasta tenuta.
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country house
[sostantivo]

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

casa di campagna

casa di campagna

Ex: The country house featured a charming farmhouse kitchen , where guests gathered for hearty meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients .La **casa di campagna** presentava un'incantevole cucina rustica, dove gli ospiti si riunivano per pasti abbondanti preparati con ingredienti locali.
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cottage
[sostantivo]

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

casetta di campagna

casetta di campagna

Ex: They dreamed of retiring to a little cottage in the English countryside .Sognavano di andare in pensione in una piccola **cottage** nella campagna inglese.
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ranch house
[sostantivo]

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

casa ranch, abitazione monofamiliare a un piano

casa ranch, abitazione monofamiliare a un piano

Ex: With its spacious layout and open floor plan , the ranch house was perfect for entertaining guests and accommodating large gatherings .Con il suo layout spazioso e la pianta aperta, la **casa ranch** era perfetta per intrattenere gli ospiti e ospitare grandi raduni.
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bunker
[sostantivo]

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

bunker

bunker

Ex: After the attack , the survivors regrouped in the bunker to plan their next move .Dopo l'attacco, i sopravvissuti si sono raggruppati nel **bunker** per pianificare la prossima mossa.
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log cabin
[sostantivo]

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

capanna di tronchi, casetta di legno

capanna di tronchi, casetta di legno

Ex: The log cabin was built by hand using timber from the surrounding forest .La **capanna di tronchi** è stata costruita a mano utilizzando legname della foresta circostante.
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mansion
[sostantivo]

a very large and impressive house

residenza

residenza

Ex: He always dreamed of owning a mansion with a grand staircase and a library .Ha sempre sognato di possedere un **maniero** con una grande scalinata e una biblioteca.
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palace
[sostantivo]

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

palazzo

palazzo

Ex: The sultan 's palace was a masterpiece of Islamic architecture , with intricate tilework , soaring minarets , and lush inner courtyards .Il **palazzo** del sultano era un capolavoro dell'architettura islamica, con intricate decorazioni in piastrelle, minareti svettanti e rigogliosi cortili interni.
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villa
[sostantivo]

a country house that has a large garden, particularly the one located in southern Europe or warm regions

Villa

Villa

Ex: The villa had a charming , rustic design , with terracotta tiles and large windows that let in the natural light .La **villa** aveva un design affascinante e rustico, con tegole in terracotta e grandi finestre che lasciavano entrare la luce naturale.
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gazebo
[sostantivo]

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

gazebo

gazebo

Ex: The new gazebo in the backyard became the perfect spot for evening tea and watching the sunset .Il nuovo **gazebo** nel giardino è diventato il posto perfetto per il tè serale e per guardare il tramonto.
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guest house
[sostantivo]

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

pensione

pensione

Ex: Business travelers appreciated the convenience of the guest house, with its proximity to the conference center and shuttle service to the airport .I viaggiatori d'affari hanno apprezzato la comodità della **casa degli ospiti**, con la sua vicinanza al centro congressi e il servizio navetta per l'aeroporto.
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lean-to
[sostantivo]

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

tettoia, rifugio addossato

tettoia, rifugio addossato

Ex: The children spent the afternoon constructing a lean-to in the backyard , pretending they were explorers in the wilderness .I bambini hanno passato il pomeriggio a costruire un **tettoia** nel giardino, fingendo di essere esploratori nella natura selvaggia.
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lodge
[sostantivo]

a small house in the countryside, where people temporarily stay while participating in an outdoor activity such as climbing, skiing, etc.

un rifugio, una baita

un rifugio, una baita

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rotunda
[sostantivo]

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

rotonda, sala circolare

rotonda, sala circolare

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shanty
[sostantivo]

a small, simple cottage often constructed from basic materials

una piccola capanna, una baracca

una piccola capanna, una baracca

Ex: A small vegetable garden thrived next to the shanty.Un piccolo orto prosperava accanto alla **baracca**.
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shelter
[sostantivo]

a place or building that is meant to provide protection against danger or bad weather

rifugio

rifugio

Ex: The soldiers constructed a shelter to rest for the night .I soldati costruirono un **rifugio** per riposare durante la notte.
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tenement
[sostantivo]

a large building consisting of several apartments, particularly in a poor neighborhood

palazzo di appartamenti, case popolari

palazzo di appartamenti, case popolari

Ex: Urban renewal projects aimed to revitalize the tenement neighborhoods, preserving their historic charm while modernizing infrastructure and creating more livable spaces for residents.I progetti di rinnovamento urbano miravano a rivitalizzare i quartieri di **case popolari**, preservando il loro fascino storico mentre modernizzavano le infrastrutture e creavano spazi più vivibili per i residenti.
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adobe house
[sostantivo]

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

casa di adobe, abitazione tradizionale fatta di mattoni di fango essiccati al sole

casa di adobe, abitazione tradizionale fatta di mattoni di fango essiccati al sole

Ex: After touring the region , they fell in love with the simplicity and beauty of the adobe house they eventually purchased .Dopo aver visitato la regione, si innamorarono della semplicità e della bellezza della **casa di adobe** che alla fine acquistarono.
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dwelling
[sostantivo]

a place for living in, such as a house, apartment, etc.

abitazione, dimora

abitazione, dimora

Ex: The law requires every new dwelling to meet specific energy efficiency standards .La legge richiede che ogni nuova **abitazione** soddisfi specifici standard di efficienza energetica.
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pied-a-terre
[sostantivo]

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

appartamento di servizio

appartamento di servizio

Ex: The pied-à-terre was modest but tastefully decorated, providing a cozy retreat after long days in the bustling city.Il **pied-à-terre** era modesto ma arredato con gusto, offrendo un rifugio accogliente dopo lunghe giornate nella città frenetica.
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high-rise
[sostantivo]

a very tall building with many floors

edificio a piu’ piani

edificio a piu’ piani

Ex: The architect 's design for the new high-rise incorporated green spaces and sustainable features .Il design dell'architetto per il nuovo **grattacielo** incorporava spazi verdi e caratteristiche sostenibili.
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outbuilding
[sostantivo]

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

dipendenza, rimessa

dipendenza, rimessa

Ex: She found some old furniture in the outbuilding that her grandparents had kept for years .Ha trovato alcuni vecchi mobili nel **dipendenza** che i suoi nonni avevano conservato per anni.
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belvedere
[sostantivo]

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

belvedere

belvedere

Ex: The belvedere's open sides allowed a refreshing breeze to flow through , making it the perfect place to relax on a hot summer day .I lati aperti del **belvedere** permettevano a una brezza rinfrescante di fluire, rendendolo il posto perfetto per rilassarsi in una calda giornata estiva.
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floating home
[sostantivo]

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

casa galleggiante, abitazione galleggiante

casa galleggiante, abitazione galleggiante

Ex: There is a community of floating homes along the harbor , where people enjoy a unique lifestyle .C'è una comunità di **case galleggianti** lungo il porto, dove le persone godono di uno stile di vita unico.
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igloo
[sostantivo]

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

iglù

iglù

Ex: During the blizzard , the stranded mountaineers took refuge in an improvised igloo made from compacted snow blocks to stay warm and safe .Durante la bufera, gli alpinisti bloccati si sono rifugiati in un **igloo** improvvisato fatto di blocchi di neve compatta per stare al caldo e al sicuro.
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Earthship
[sostantivo]

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

Earthship, Casa ecologica

Earthship, Casa ecologica

Ex: She planted a garden inside her Earthship to grow fresh vegetables year-round .Ha piantato un giardino all'interno del suo **Earthship** per coltivare verdure fresche tutto l'anno.
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yurt
[sostantivo]

a circular portable tent, particularly used in Siberia and Mongolia

yurta, tenda circolare portatile

yurta, tenda circolare portatile

Ex: They decorated the inside of the yurt with colorful tapestries and traditional rugs , creating a welcoming atmosphere .
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houseboat
[sostantivo]

a boat designed for living in

casa galleggiante

casa galleggiante

Ex: They hosted a party on their houseboat, enjoying the sunset over the water .Hanno organizzato una festa sulla loro **houseboat**, godendosi il tramonto sull'acqua.
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tree house
[sostantivo]

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

casa sull'albero, capanna sull'albero

casa sull'albero, capanna sull'albero

Ex: The children spent the afternoon playing in their tree house, imagining it was a secret fort .I bambini hanno passato il pomeriggio a giocare nella loro **casa sull'albero**, immaginando che fosse un forte segreto.
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studio
[sostantivo]

a tiny apartment that has only one main room

studio

studio

Ex: Despite its small size , the studio felt cozy and inviting , with comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor .Nonostante le sue piccole dimensioni, lo **studio** sembrava accogliente e invitante, con arredi comodi e decorazioni di buon gusto.
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a multi-building or multi-unit development designed for residential purposes, often featuring shared amenities and services for the residents

complesso residenziale, insieme residenziale

complesso residenziale, insieme residenziale

Ex: Residents of the residential complex have access to 24-hour security for added peace of mind .I residenti del **complesso residenziale** hanno accesso a una sicurezza 24 ore su 24 per una maggiore tranquillità.
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residential tower
[sostantivo]

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

torre residenziale, palazzo residenziale

torre residenziale, palazzo residenziale

Ex: The architect designed the residential tower with large windows to maximize natural light in every apartment .
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nomad tent
[sostantivo]

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

tenda nomade, yurta

tenda nomade, yurta

Ex: During their journey , they found shelter in a nomad tent that provided protection from the rain .Durante il loro viaggio, trovarono riparo in una **tenda nomade** che offriva protezione dalla pioggia.
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joglo
[sostantivo]

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

joglo, tradizionale casa in legno giavanese con tetto a punta e intagli intricati

joglo, tradizionale casa in legno giavanese con tetto a punta e intagli intricati

Ex: Visitors admired the unique structure of the joglo, especially its high , central roof .I visitatori hanno ammirato la struttura unica del **joglo**, in particolare il suo alto tetto centrale.
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mud hut
[sostantivo]

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

capanna di fango, casa di terra

capanna di fango, casa di terra

Ex: Inside the mud hut, the temperature remained cool despite the scorching heat outside.All'interno della **capanna di fango**, la temperatura rimaneva fresca nonostante il caldo torrido fuori.
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haveli
[sostantivo]

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

un maniero tradizionale, una grande residenza tradizionale

un maniero tradizionale, una grande residenza tradizionale

Ex: Visitors admired the painted murals on the walls of the haveli, which depicted scenes from local folklore .
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riad
[sostantivo]

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

un riad,  una casa tradizionale marocchina costruita intorno a un cortile centrale

un riad, una casa tradizionale marocchina costruita intorno a un cortile centrale

Ex: Many riads in Marrakech have been transformed into charming boutique hotels for travelers .
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castle
[sostantivo]

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

castello

castello

Ex: He dreamed of living in a fairytale castle overlooking the sea .Sognava di vivere in un **castello** delle fiabe che si affaccia sul mare.
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ecohouse
[sostantivo]

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 ecologica, abitazione sostenibile

casa ecologica, abitazione sostenibile

Ex: Many ecohouses are built in rural areas, offering a peaceful and sustainable way of living.Molte **eco-case** sono costruite in aree rurali, offrendo uno stile di vita pacifico e sostenibile.
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barracks
[sostantivo]

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

barrack

barrack

Ex: During the inspection , the commander praised the soldiers for maintaining such orderly and clean barracks.Durante l'ispezione, il comandante ha elogiato i soldati per aver mantenuto le **caserme** così ordinate e pulite.
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brownstone
[sostantivo]

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

arenaria

arenaria

Ex: The renovation of the old brownstone took nearly a year to complete .La ristrutturazione del vecchio **brownstone** ha richiesto quasi un anno per essere completata.
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carriage house
[sostantivo]

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

rimessa per carrozze, scuderia per carrozze

rimessa per carrozze, scuderia per carrozze

Ex: The carriage house still had the tracks on the floor where the horses ' carriages used to be stored .
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detached house
[sostantivo]

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

casa indipendente

casa indipendente

Ex: She loved the idea of having a detached house with a private backyard .
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