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A slender, upright structure, usually a supporting member in a building. Freestanding or self-supporting structural element carrying forces mainly in compression; either stone, steel, or brick, or ...
common brick
Construction; Architecture
A brick used where strength in construction is required rather than a pleasing appearance.
water table
Construction; Architecture
Similar to a drip cap in function, sometimes found around the perimeter of a house near the ground line.
competition
Construction; Architecture
A means for selecting an architect for a significant commission: Architects are invited to take part in a competition, which can be either open to all comers or by invitation only. Open competition ...
weatherstripping
Construction; Architecture
A strip of fabric, plastic, rubber or metal found around exterior wall openings to reduce infiltration.
