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Nouns Related to Architecture and Construction

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engineer
1.
en
gi
neer
Noun

a person who designs, fixes, or builds roads, machines, bridges, etc.

An engineer's job is to apply scientific principles to solve engineering challenges.

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plan
2.
plan
Noun

a chain of actions that will help us reach our goals

The project manager presented a detailed plan outlining the phases of the construction.

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facility
3.
fa
ci
li
ty
Noun

a place or a building is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

The hospital's new facility includes state-of-the-art operating rooms and patient care units.

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infill
4.
in
fill
Noun

the process of filling empty spaces in cities or neighborhoods within a built environment

The infill strategy aimed to promote denser, more sustainable urban growth.

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new build
Noun

a newly constructed or soon-to-be-built house

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dilapidation
6.
di
la
pi
da
tion
Noun

the process of becoming dilapidated

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disrepair
7.
dis
re
pair
Noun

a damaged or broken state of a building or other structure, because it has not been taken care of

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eyesore
8.
eye
sore
Noun

something that has an extremely ugly appearance, particularly a building

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floor plan
9.
floor plan
Noun

the design of a building that depicts the shape, size, and positioning of rooms and furniture in a structure from above.

The architect presented the floor plan for the new office building during the meeting.

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in
lay
Verb

to put decorative pieces of wood or metal into the surface of an object in a way that they level with the surface

The artisan carefully inlaid precious stones into the wooden jewelry box for an elegant touch.

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layout
11.
lay
out
Noun

the action or process of planning or arranging the parts or design of something

The architect supervised the layout of the new housing project.

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shell
12.
shell
Noun

the hard protective case or covering of some animals such as a snail, mussel, crab, or turtle

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hovel
13.
ho
vel
Noun

a small house that is in an extremely poor condition

The old man lived in a dilapidated hovel at the edge of the village, barely protected from the elements.

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property
14.
pro
per
ty
Noun

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse.

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self
build
Noun

a home that is constructed by its owner

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habitation
16.
ha
bi
ta
tion
Noun

a house, dwelling, or place where someone lives

The settlers built a new habitation near the lake.

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place
17.
place
Noun

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

I want to find a new place to eat dinner tonight.

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summer
18.
su
mmer
Noun

the season that comes after spring and in most countries summer is the warmest season

I enjoy eating ice cream to cool down in the hot summer months.

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parametric design
Noun

an approach in design and architecture where the parameters and relationships between various design elements are defined and controlled, allowing for efficient and flexible design iterations based on specific criteria or constraints

The architect used parametric design to create a building with unique, flowing shapes that would be impossible with traditional methods.

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critical regionalism
Noun

an architectural theory that emphasizes the importance of local context and cultural identity in design, seeking to create meaningful and responsive architecture that is rooted in its specific geographical, social, and cultural context

The use of local materials and traditional building methods is an important aspect of critical regionalism.

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landmark
21.
land
mark
Noun

a structure or a place that is historically important

The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries.

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remain
22.
re
main
Verb

to stay in the same state or condition

Despite the challenges, he remained optimistic.

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ruin
23.
ruin
Verb

to cause severe damage or harm to something, usually in a way that is beyond repair

The flood had the power to ruin the foundation of the house.

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demolition
24.
de
mo
li
tion
Noun

the act or process of destroying or breaking apart a building or other structure

The demolition of the old factory began early this morning.

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refurbishment
25.
re
fur
bish
ment
Noun

the process or act of making a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating or cleaning it

The company decided to invest in the refurbishment of the office building to attract new tenants.

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renovation
26.
re
no
va
tion
Noun

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

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tiny-house movement
Noun

a social and architectural phenomenon that advocates for living in smaller, more efficient and environmentally conscious dwellings

The tiny-house movement has gained popularity among those seeking a more minimalist lifestyle.

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a
bu
ttal
Noun

the act of two adjoining properties or structures sharing a common boundary or being adjacent to each other

The new building is located in abuttal to the existing office complex.

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herringbone pattern
Noun

a distinctive arrangement of rectangular or parallelogram-shaped tiles or bricks that are laid in a zigzag or "V" shape to create a visually appealing and often symmetrical design

The living room floor was beautifully finished with a herringbone pattern, giving it a classic and sophisticated look.

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weld
30.
weld
Verb

to join two or more pieces of metal together using heat and pressure

He carefully welded the steel beams to create a sturdy frame.

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fire
trap
Noun

a building that lacks fire safety measures and is dangerous if there is a fire

The old factory was considered a firetrap, with its cramped hallways and outdated electrical wiring.

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conduit
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con
duit
Noun

a pipe, tube, or channel that is used to protect, enclose, or route electrical wires, cables, or other utilities for the purpose of safe and organized transmission

The electrical conduit protects the wiring from physical damage and ensures safety in the industrial facility.

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bachelor pad
Noun

a living space, typically an apartment or house, that is occupied by a single man and is designed or decorated in a manner that reflects his personal taste and lifestyle

After moving to the city, Mark turned his new apartment into a bachelor pad with modern furniture and a minimalist design.

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