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General architecture
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General architecture
bat window
Architecture; General architecture
A projecting form containing windows that rises from the ground or from some other support, such as a porch roof; see also oriel.
block plan
Architecture; General architecture
A drawing of a building’s foot print within an entire block in simplified, non-detailed form.
brick molding
Architecture; General architecture
A milled wood trim piece covering the gap between the window frame and masonry, which can be rectilinear, curved, or composite-curved.
armature
Architecture; General architecture
A metal structural support for a rigid projecting sign. The armature may support the bracket sign by means of one or two projecting arms.
awning
Architecture; General architecture
A metal frame clad with fabric attached over a window, door, porch opening or storefront to provide protection from the weather.
canopy
Architecture; General architecture
A metal frame clad with fabric that projects from a building entrance over the sidewalk to the curb where it’s supported on vertical posts.
cap flashing
Architecture; General architecture
A waterproof sheet that seals the tops of cornices and walls.
