Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Architecture

Here, you will learn some English words related to Architecture that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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[noun]

a building's roof that is rounded

Ex: The museum 's rotunda was capped with a soaring dome, creating an impressive architectural focal point .

[noun]

the process or action of making a building or a piece of furniture look good again by repairing or painting it

[noun]

the specific way by which a building, book page, garden, etc. is arranged

Ex: The interior decorator considered the layout of the furniture in the living room , aiming for both functionality and aesthetics .

[noun]

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

Ex: The tenants asked if they could replace the outdated fixtures with modern ones .

[noun]

a long narrow way in a building that has doors on either side opening into different rooms

Ex: The apartment building had a long , dimly lit corridor that stretched from the elevator to the fire exit at the end of the hall .

[noun]

a place where someone lives, typically their home

Ex: The historic building was converted into a luxurious private residence.

[noun]

a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings

Ex: The cathedral 's stained glass windows were framed by intricate stone arches, showcasing impressive Gothic architecture .

[noun]

an outdoor area with paved floor belonging to a house used for sitting, relaxing or eating in

Ex: The new house has a spacious patio where they plan to host barbecues and family gatherings .

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a sloping surface that connects two areas at different heights, commonly used for easy access

Ex: The ramp made it easier to move equipment into the building .

Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7)