1. Some basic terms and explanations about architecture are as follows:

Arcade-A row of arches or columns that create a covered walkway.

Cross beam-a horizontal structure supported at both ends.

Balcony-a small porch of a building that protrudes above the ground.

Bay window-a window protruding from a building (if it is only on a higher floor, it is called a bay window).

Bracket-a piece of wood or stone used to support another building part, such as a cornice, balcony, lintel or windowsill.

Cantilever-a part of a building structure that is supported by only one end.

Column-A vertical structure that supports a beam.

Cornice-A shape projecting from the top of a building.

Dome-a circular roof with a circular base that looks like an arch in all directions.

Tiger window-a window that protrudes from the roof to provide more light and air.

Facade-the external "face" of a building.

Gable-the end of a roof shaped like a triangle.

Pavilion-an outdoor open-air building for relaxation.

The keystone-the central stone of an arch.

Lintel-The structure above a door or window that supports the weight of the wall above.

Decoration-any decoration on a building that has no structural purpose.

Gable-A small gable on a door or window.

A large stone surrounding the corner of a building.

Roof-the top of a building to protect the interior from the weather.

Window sill-the structural part under a window or doorway.

Skylight-a window on the roof.

Porch-a short step in the front door of a building

Structure-the part of a building that supports weight; The skeleton of a building.

Window-an opening in the wall that allows light and air to enter.

2. There is an English website about architectural vocabulary, which is very good:

scican 3 . scican . net/designing _ place/Art _ Curriculum/architectural _ vocabulary . htm

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