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Aspe
An often vaulted, semicircular or polygonal end of a room, often seen in churches. |
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Arcade
A series of arches supported by columns or piers, some can be atatched to a wall or so me can be free standing. |
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Cornice
A molding or ornamentation that projects from the top of a building. |
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Crenelation
A wall at the top of a fortified building with regular gaps allowing defenders to shoot from. It can also be called a battlement. |
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Corinthian Order
The most ornate of the classical Greek orders, characterized by a fluted column and a capital decorated with acanthus leaves. |
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Azulejo
Painted and glazed ceramic tile, mainly in Portugal and Andalusia, Spain.
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Balustrade
A railing with supporting balusters (small closely spaced posts).
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Barrel Vault
A ceiling or roof consisting of a continuous semicircular or pointed arch. It can also be called a tunnel vault.
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Blind Arch
An arch with no opening.
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Campanile
A freestanding bell tower, usually near a church.
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Cantilever
A beam or other projection that is unsupported at one end.
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Capital
The top part of a column or pillar. |
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Composite order
Very similar to the Corinthian order, but here ionic volutes are added to the capital.
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Coffer
A recessed, usually square or octagonal panel in a ceiling, often used to lighten the weight of a dome.
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Corbie Gable
A gable with a series of steplike projections. |
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