An abutment is a critical structural component engineered to support the lateral forces generated by...

An accent wall is a strategically designed wall that distinguishes itself from the surrounding walls...

An access path is a deliberately planned and constructed route through a landscape, facilitating connectivity...

An alcove is a recessed section within a room or wall that creates a distinct,...

Ambient lighting refers to the overall, diffuse illumination that uniformly lights a space. In architectural...

An amenity encompasses design features or services within a built environment that enhance its functionality...

An amphitheater is an open-air performance venue characterized by concentric or semicircular seating arrangements that...

Applique is a decorative technique where cut-out pieces of fabric, leather, or other materials are...

An apse is a semicircular or polygonal recess, often found at the liturgical end of...

An arbor is a garden structure, typically crafted from wood, metal, or wrought iron, designed...

Arid landscaping is a design approach tailored for dry, desert-like environments, emphasizing water conservation and...

Art Deco is a visual arts design style from the 1920s and 1930s characterized by...

An atrium is an open-roofed central space in a building that serves as an entrance...

Balance refers to the visual distribution of elements within a space to achieve stability and...

Baseboards are narrow boards installed along the lower perimeter of walls to cover the joint...

A basilica is a large, rectangular building that traditionally features a central nave flanked by...

A bay window is an architectural element that projects outward from the main walls of...

Beadboard is a style of wood paneling characterized by narrow, vertical planks with a distinct...

A beam is a long, horizontal structural element that supports loads over open spaces. In...

A berm is a raised bank or mound of earth strategically integrated into a landscape...

Bespoke refers to custom-made furniture or decor designed specifically to meet the unique requirements of...

Biodiversity encompasses the variety of plant and animal species within a given landscape, which is...

Biophilic design is an approach that intentionally integrates natural elements—such as plants, water features, and...

Blinds are window coverings composed of horizontal or vertical slats that can be adjusted to...

Bohemian style is an eclectic design aesthetic that embraces an artistic, globally inspired mix of...

A buffet is a long, low piece of furniture traditionally used for storing dining essentials...

Built-in elements are custom-designed fixtures integrated directly into a building’s architecture. Examples include shelving, seating,...

In ecclesiastical architecture, the chancel is the space at the eastern end of a church,...

In landscape architecture and urban planning, circulation refers to the movement of people, vehicles, and...

A community garden is a shared green space where groups of people come together to...

A cantilever is a structural element that projects horizontally and is supported only at one...

Carpet tiles are modular, square-shaped sections of carpet designed to be laid individually to form...

A casement window is a type of window that is hinged on one of its...

A chaise lounge is an elegant, upholstered piece of furniture designed for reclining. It is...

A chandelier is an ornate, decorative lighting fixture suspended from a ceiling. Characterized by its...

Chevron is a distinctive V-shaped pattern characterized by inverted "V"s, creating a zigzag effect. This...

A color palette is a carefully selected range of colors used in a design project...

Composting is a natural biological process that decomposes organic materials, such as leaves, food scraps,...

A console table is a long, narrow table designed to be placed against a wall....

Contour refers to the shape and form of the earth's surface. In landscape architecture and...

Cove lighting is a form of indirect lighting where light fixtures are concealed within a...

A credenza is a type of sideboard or cabinet, typically used in dining rooms, offices,...

Crown molding is a decorative trim that is applied at the intersection of a wall...

Curtains are fabric panels used to cover windows. They serve various functional and aesthetic purposes...

A daybed is a versatile piece of furniture that functions as both a couch and...

A deck is an outdoor, flat platform typically constructed of wood or composite materials. Elevated...

A dome is a rounded, three-dimensional structural element used as a roof. It typically has...

A dormer is a vertical window that projects from a sloping roof. It creates additional...

Drainage refers to the natural or artificial removal of surface and subsurface water from an...

Drip irrigation is a highly efficient irrigation method that delivers water directly to the root...

Eaves are the overhanging lower edges of a roof that extend beyond the walls of...

An ecosystem is a community of interacting organisms and their physical environment. These organisms and...

Edging is a landscaping technique that creates a defined border between different areas, such as...

In classical architecture, the entablature is the horizontal superstructure of moldings and bands that lies...

Erosion control refers to the techniques and measures employed to prevent or minimize soil erosion....

An esplanade is a long, open, level area, often paved, designed for walking or recreation....

Exposed brick is an interior design style that features brick walls as a prominent visual...

Foundation planting refers to the landscaping of the area immediately adjacent to the foundation of...

The façade is the exterior front wall of a building, and is often a key...

Flora refers to all the plant life found in a particular region, environment, or geological...

In interior design, a focal point is a specific area or element within a room...

A foyer is the entrance area of a building, typically a hallway or room located...

A green space is any open area that is partially or entirely covered by vegetation...

A gargoyle is a carved stone figure, traditionally designed to channel rainwater away from a...

Grading is the landscape design and civil engineering process of reshaping land contours to achieve...

A green roof is a roof system partially or fully covered with vegetation and a...

A greenbelt is a ring of undeveloped, natural, or agricultural land surrounding a city or...

A habitat is the natural environment that supports a specific species, offering essential resources such...

Hardscape refers to the non-living elements integrated into a landscape design, including features like patios,...

Hardwood flooring consists of planks milled from solid hardwood species like oak, maple, walnut, and...

Harmony in design refers to the seamless integration of elements—such as color, form, texture, and...

Herringbone is a distinctive V-shaped pattern formed by laying rectangular tiles, bricks, or wood planks...

Industrial design is an aesthetic style that draws inspiration from warehouses, factories, and raw construction...

Inlay is a decorative design technique where one material is precisely inserted into the surface...

An irrigation system is a network of equipment and techniques used to supply water to...

A style of garden design rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics, characterized by natural elements like...

The central, wedge-shaped stone at the apex of an arch, which locks all other stones...

A horizontal architectural element that spans the top of a doorway or window, supporting the...

A framework of angled slats used in windows, doors, or ventilation systems to regulate light...

A multi-layer synthetic flooring product that simulates wood, stone, or tile through a photographic applique...

An architectural feature that sits atop a dome or roof, typically with windows to allow...

A strategic layout that specifies the types, placement, and purpose of lighting fixtures in a...

A strong, breathable natural fiber derived from the flax plant, commonly used in textiles such...

An architectural feature consisting of a covered exterior corridor or gallery, open on one or...

A mechanical or hand-operated device used to weave threads into fabric. Looms range from simple...

Molding is a decorative architectural element made from wood, plaster, or composite materials, used to...

Marquetry is an intricate decorative technique involving the inlay of thin veneers—typically wood, shell, or...

A narthex is the entrance or lobby area of a church, typically located at the...

Native planting involves the intentional use of plant species that are indigenous to a specific...

The nave is the central longitudinal section of a church, typically flanked by aisles and...

An obelisk is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument that ends in a pyramid-shaped apex....

An oculus is a circular opening in the center of a dome or a wall,...

An order in classical architecture refers to a systematic arrangement of columns and entablature components,...

A pier is a solid vertical structural element, typically rectangular or square in shape, used...

A patio is a paved outdoor space adjoining a house, commonly used for dining, lounging,...

A pediment is the triangular gable found above the horizontal entablature, typically supported by columns...

A pilaster is a shallow, rectangular column that projects slightly from a wall, primarily for...

A plaza is a large, open public space typically situated in the heart of a...

A pollinator garden is a landscape intentionally planted with flowering plants, shrubs, and trees that...

A portico is an architectural feature consisting of a roofed area supported by columns, often...

A quoin refers to the external corner or angle of a building, accentuated by stone...

A rafter is a sloped structural beam that extends from the ridge or hip of...

A rampart is a broad defensive wall or embankment surrounding a castle, fort, or settlement,...

Rebar, short for "reinforcing bar," is a steel rod used to strengthen and support concrete...

A recess is an inset space within a wall or surface, often used for aesthetic...

The Renaissance was a cultural and architectural movement spanning the 14th to 17th centuries, marked...

Retro design refers to styles and aesthetics that intentionally mimic or revive elements from past...

A rotunda is a circular room or building, often topped with a dome. Frequently used...

A rug pad is a layer of cushioning placed beneath a rug to prevent slipping,...

Rustic design emphasizes rugged, natural materials like raw wood, stone, leather, and linen, evoking the...

Stormwater management involves controlling and directing rainwater runoff to prevent flooding, erosion, and water pollution,...

A sash window consists of one or more movable panels, or “sashes,” that typically slide...

Scale refers to the size relationship between elements in a space. In interior and landscape...

Setback is the minimum distance a building or structure must be positioned from a property...

Shabby Chic is a design style that blends aged, vintage furniture with soft pastel colors,...

Shiplap is a type of wooden board commonly used in wall and ceiling paneling. It...

A side table is a small, functional table placed beside a chair, sofa, or bed...

A slipcover is a removable, fitted fabric cover for furniture, designed to protect or refresh...

Soft furnishings refer to textiles like curtains, cushions, throws, and rugs that add texture, warmth,...

Space planning is the strategic arrangement of furniture and architectural elements within a room or...

A spandrel is the triangular space between the outer curve of an arch and the...

A statement piece is a bold or unique item of furniture or decor that captures...

Stucco is a fine plaster applied to surfaces like walls and ceilings for both protection...

A tensile structure is a construction made from flexible materials under tension. It is used...

Tension refers to the internal force a material experiences when it is stretched. It is...

Terracotta is a type of fired clay, often reddish-brown, used in construction and decorative arts....

Texture refers to the surface quality of a material—how it feels or looks. In design,...

A threshold is the strip of material forming the bottom of a doorway, marking the...

A throw blanket is a small, decorative blanket typically used on sofas or chairs for...

A transept is the arm of a cross-shaped church, perpendicular to the nave. It gives...

A transom is a horizontal bar or beam separating a door from the window above...

Trompe-l'œil is an art technique that uses realistic imagery to create the optical illusion that...

A truss is a structural framework made of triangles used to support roofs, bridges, and...

Tufting is a technique in which fabric is stitched or buttoned at intervals to create...

A tympanum is the semi-circular or triangular decorative wall surface over a doorway, often filled...

The fabric, padding, and springs used to cover and cushion furniture such as sofas, chairs,...

A thin layer of fine material, often wood, applied to the surface of furniture or...

A roofed platform or porch that extends along the outside of a house, typically open-sided...

A decorative fabric treatment used to conceal curtain rods or hardware at the top of...

A piece of furniture, typically featuring a mirror and drawers or cabinets, used for personal...

The system or process by which fresh air circulates within a space to maintain air...

An architectural style rooted in local traditions, materials, and cultural needs, typically without formal architectural...

A design style or item that originates from a previous era, typically between 20 to...

A tall, freestanding or built-in cabinet used for storing clothes and accessories.  

Hues such as red, orange, and yellow that evoke warmth, energy, and vibrancy in interior...

A decorative element that incorporates moving or still water, such as fountains, ponds, or waterfalls,...

A countertop design where the material continues vertically down the sides of cabinets for a...

The design of navigational aids like signs, maps, and architectural cues to help users move...

Horizontal boards or panels fixed to the exterior of a building to protect against weather...

Any covering or design feature applied to windows to control light, privacy, or aesthetics, such...

An area specifically designed for productivity and focus, often including ergonomic furniture and tools for...

Decorative or protective wooden paneling applied to the lower portion of interior walls, typically topped...

A decorative paper or vinyl material applied to interior walls to add color, pattern, or...

A landscaping method focused on reducing the need for irrigation by using drought-resistant plants and...

A type of Scottish castle layout from the late medieval period characterized by a central...

A minimalist design philosophy influenced by Japanese aesthetics, focusing on simplicity, natural materials, and tranquility....

A terraced, pyramid-like architectural form originating in ancient Mesopotamia, used as a temple platform.  

A central public square or plaza, especially found in Mexican cities, used for gatherings and...

A legal framework used by governments to regulate land use and designate areas for residential,...

A horizontal decorative band, usually on a frieze, adorned with sculpted or painted animals.  

An ancient Chinese bronze vessel used for ceremonial purposes, typically featuring animal motifs and elaborate...