Words Related to Architecture and Construction - Roofs and Ceilings
Here you will learn some English words related to roofs and ceilings such as "dome", "ridge", and "thatch".
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barge rafter
[noun]
a structural component of a roof that runs along the edge or gable of the roof
barge course
[noun]
a horizontal row of masonry or brickwork that runs along the edge or gable of a roof, typically on the side of a building
vault
[noun]
an architectural structure, often made of stone or concrete, that forms a curved or arched ceiling or roof, providing strength, support, and architectural beauty to a space
gambrel roof
[noun]
a type of roof characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, resulting in a distinct double-pitched or barn-like appearance
hipped roof
[noun]
a roof style characterized by slopes on all sides, where the ends of the roof slope inward towards the ridge, creating a gentle or moderate slope without any vertical gables
mansard
[noun]
a roof style characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, often creating additional living space or attic rooms within the roof structure
saddle roof
[noun]
a type of roof design characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a central ridge, resembling the shape of a saddle or an inverted "V"
dome ceiling
[noun]
a curved or hemispherical-shaped ceiling that creates a sense of openness and is often found in grand architectural spaces
verge
[noun]
the edge or border of a roof, typically where it meets the gable or end wall of a building
eave
[noun]
the lower edge or overhang of a roof that projects beyond the supporting walls, providing protection from the elements and directing water away from the building
hammerbeam roof
[noun]
a type of roof with horizontal beams that project outward and support the weight of the roof, creating an open and decorative space below
shed roof
[noun]
a simple roof design consisting of a single sloping plane that slopes downward in one direction, resembling the shape of a shed or lean-to structure
flat roof
[noun]
a horizontal or nearly horizontal roof surface with a minimal slope, providing a level or nearly level surface on top of a building
butterfly roof
[noun]
a unique roof design characterized by two upward-sloping roof sections that meet in the middle, creating a V-shape resembling the wings of a butterfly
curved roof
[noun]
a roof design that features a gentle or pronounced curve along its span, deviating from a traditional flat or sloping roof
sloping roof
[noun]
a roof design that has a noticeable incline or slope, typically with two or more sides slanting downward from a higher point towards the eaves or edges of the roof
pyramid roof
[noun]
a roof design characterized by four sloping sides that meet at a single point or apex, forming a pyramid-like shape
saltbox roof
[noun]
a distinctive roof design that features a long, sloping roof on one side and a shorter, steep roof on the other side, resulting in an asymmetrical shape resembling a traditional wooden saltbox container
sawtooth roof
[noun]
a roof design characterized by a series of vertical roof surfaces with a combination of vertical glass panels and solid sections
flat ceiling
[noun]
a ceiling design that has a level or horizontal surface without any visible slopes or curves
vaulted ceiling
[noun]
a ceiling design that features an arched or curved shape, creating a sense of height and spaciousness in a room
tray ceiling
[noun]
a recessed or stepped ceiling design that adds visual interest to a room
coffered ceiling
[noun]
a ceiling design that features a series of sunken panels or recessed geometric patterns, creating a grid-like appearance
sunken panel
[noun]
a recessed portion or section of a surface that is set lower than the surrounding area
beam ceiling
[noun]
a ceiling design that showcases exposed beams as a prominent architectural element
semidome
[noun]
a half-rounded architectural structure resembling the top half of a sphere often used to create a curved or vaulted ceiling
coved ceiling
[noun]
a ceiling design that features a curved transition between the wall and the ceiling, creating a smooth, rounded surface
dropped ceiling
[noun]
a suspended ceiling or false ceiling, is a secondary ceiling installed below the main structural ceiling
roof garden
[noun]
cultivated green spaces established on the topmost level of a building that can provide temperature control apart from having decorative benefit
caisson
[noun]
a decorative or structural element with recessed panels, commonly found in ceilings, adding visual interest to the space
dormer
[noun]
a structural element that protrudes from a sloping roof, typically containing a window or set of windows
roof pitch
[noun]
the steepness or slope of a roof, typically expressed as a ratio or angle, indicating the vertical rise of the roof for every horizontal distance
cupola
[noun]
a small, dome-shaped or roof-like structure that sits on top of a larger building or roof
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