Thursday, June 18, 2009

Neon Architectural Terms

Arc: A line segment that is deflected at a certain angle to form a curve.
Awning: A shelter constructed of non-rigid materials on a supporting framework which projects from and is supported by an exterior wall of a building
Balustrade: An entire railing system (as along the edge of a balcony) including a top rail and its balusters, and sometimes a bottom rail
Canopy: A permanent roof structure attached to and supported by a building projecting over public property, but does not include a projected roof.
Capitals: The crowning feature of a column or pilaster
Coffer: To create a surface using recessed panels in ceilings, vaults or domes.
Column(A): A vertical support. Decorative columns usually consist of a base, circular shaft, and spreading capital.
Dome: A curved roof structure, more or less hemispherical in shape, covering an area.
Facade: The front or principle entrance of a building.
Pediment: In Classical architecture, a triangular piece of wall above the entablature.
Statuary: A collection of statues
Vault: An arched covering in stone or brick over any building.

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