Architectuur en Bouw - Ornamentale Kenmerken in Architectuur
Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met decoratieve kenmerken in de architectuur, zoals "lijstwerk", "groef" en "plaquette".
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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.

lijstwerk, kroonlijst
Het ingewikkelde pleister-lijstwerk van het plafond was een hoogtepunt van het historische huis.
a sculptural technique in which shapes or figures are raised above a flat background

reliëf, bas-reliëf
a narrow and decorative border that has engravings or pictures on it, especially above the walls of a room or building

fries, decoratieve rand
De grote zaal van het museum toonde een fries met ingewikkelde houtsnijwerken van historische gebeurtenissen.
a decorative element in the shape of a stylized flower, often used as an ornament or embellishment in architecture and design

rozet, decoratief element in de vorm van een gestileerde bloem
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

kroonlijst, sierrand
De ingewikkelde kroonlijst voegde een vleugje verfijning toe aan de eetkamer.
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

krulwerk, voluut
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

balkonnetje, klein balkon
(building) decorative plasterwork, especially designs formed in relief on exterior walls

pargeting, decoratief pleisterwerk
decorative designs that are cut into metal, wood, etc.

fretwerk, decoratief snijwerk
a curved ornamental feature, typically placed above doorways, windows, or niches, often found in Gothic architecture

accolade, versierboog
De accolade boven de deur voegde elegantie toe aan de stenen gevel.
a small circular ornament or molding, resembling a ring, used in architectural design for decorative purposes

kleine cirkelvormige versiering, ringachtig decoratief element
a decorative molding or band that spans the curved underside of an arch, often adorned with intricate sculptural or ornamental details

archivolt, boogversiering
decorative elements used in medieval architecture, especially in Romanesque designs

versieringen
De architect heeft billets verwerkt in het decoratieve steenwerk van het gebouw.
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

vijfblad, vijflobbige motief
a decorative horizontal band or molding on a building's exterior

koord, decoratieve band
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

kroket, klein uitstekend ornament
the presence of a pointed or cusped feature, typically seen in architectural elements such as arches, tracery, or ornamental designs

cuspidatie, aanwezigheid van een puntig of cuspvormig kenmerk
a small, rectangular-shaped block or tooth-like projection used as a decorative element in the molding or cornice of a building

tandje, versiering in de vorm van een tand
a small, pointed, tooth-like ornament often used in architectural detailing, characterized by its sharp, triangular shape resembling the tooth of a dog

hondentand, versiering in de vorm van een hondentand
a decorative element placed at the top or end of an architectural feature or object

eindversiering, decoratief sluitstuk
a series of vertical grooves or shallow concave channels that are often found on columns, pilasters, or other architectural elements

canalure, verticale groeven
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

groef, gleuf
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

cassette, verzonken decoratief paneel
a small, rectangular or cone-shaped decorative element typically found on the underside of the triglyphs in a Doric frieze

druppel, klein decoratief element in de vorm van een druppel
a continuous, repeating design made of straight lines and right angles, often seen in Greek art and architecture

meander, Grieks patroon
Ze koos behang met een subtiel meander-patroon voor de gang.
a decorative hanging ornament or pendant-shaped element that is suspended from a ceiling or structure

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

vierpas, vierbladmotief
De poort van het middeleeuwse kasteel had een quatrefoil raam boven de ingang, waardoor verdedigers naderende bedreigingen konden observeren.
a decorative motif in architecture and design that consists of interlacing or overlapping bands or straps, often in a geometric or scrolling pattern

bandwerk, vervlochten bandmotief
a decorative motif or pattern resembling the shape or design of the ancient strigil tool

strigilis, strigilispatroon
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

kralenversiering, parelrand
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

astragal, halfronde decoratieve lijst
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, uitstekende lijst
a rounded molding or trim used for edging or ornamenting furniture and woodwork

lijstwerk, randversiering
Het deurkozijn was versierd met een fijne kraal.
a projecting or ornamental feature resembling the beak of a bird, typically found at the end or corner of a roof, canopy, or gable

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

bedlijst, verbindingslijst
a concave molding or profile with a curved shape, resembling a segment of a circle

cavetto, hol profiel
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, ronde lijst met een convexe kwartcirkel doorsnede
a replica, copy, or reproduction of a decorative element or architectural detail, often created for restoration or preservation purposes

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

gadroon, convexe decoratie
a small, recessed detail or groove used to create a visual transition or decorative element between different architectural features

verzonken detail, decoratieve groef
a small, dome-like or vaulted structure, often used as a decorative element or as a covering for a specific area

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

baguette, decoratieve lijst
Architecten gebruiken vaak baguettes om verticale nadruk op gebouwen te creëren.
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

dakversiering, ornament op de nok
a sculpted or decorative element that is placed at the end or termination point of a structure, such as a column, pilaster, or balustrade

terminal figuur, terminal ornament
a decorative molding or trim used in interior design and woodworking

architraaf, decoratieve lijst
a circular or oval decorative element used in architecture and design to add ornamental detail, often featuring intricate patterns or symbols

medaillon, rond of ovaal decoratief element
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

kussenmotief, decoratief kussen
the art of using plaster to create intricate and decorative designs, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of architectural interiors

ornamentaal stucwerk, decoratief pleisterwerk
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

baldakijn, hemelbed
a decorative band or molding found at the top of a column, typically serving as a transition between the shaft and the capital

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

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

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

cannelure, groef
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

groef, streep
a decorative motif based on the deeply lobed leaves of the acanthus plant, especially in classical architecture

acanthus
a concave or curved profile or molding used as a transitional element between different parts of a building or between different architectural features

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

scotia, hol profiel
a spiral or scroll-like architectural ornament, typically found at the top of a column capital, staircase railing, or decorative molding

voluut, spiraalvormige versiering
De barokke gevel was versierd met decoratieve voluten, een kenmerk van de uitbundigheid en het drama van deze architecturale stijl.
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

kroonlijst, decoratieve lijst
a narrow, rounded, or beveled strip used to create a smooth or decorative transition between surfaces

filet, lijst
Architecten gebruiken vaak een filet om subtiele elegantie toe te voegen.
