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Architecture Glossary

A lightweight multilingual index of terms that appear repeatedly in Japanese architecture study, drawings, code reading, and design criticism.

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Drawing

Floor Plan

Japanese: 平面図(へいめんず)

平面图

A horizontal sectional drawing showing rooms, walls, openings, and circulation.

Drawing

Interior Elevation

Japanese: 展開図(てんかいず)

室内立面展开图

A drawing unfolding interior wall faces to show openings, furniture, equipment, and finishes.

Environment

Daylighting

Japanese: 採光(さいこう)

采光

The provision of natural light to interior spaces, important for habitable rooms and openings.

Fire Safety

Fire-protective Construction

Japanese: 防火構造(ぼうかこうぞう)

防火构造

Related: Fire-protective Construction / 防火構造

Construction designed to prevent or slow fire spread, often involving walls, roofs, and openings.

Building Parts

Opening

Japanese: 開口部(かいこうぶ)

开口部

Related: Opening / 開口部

Windows, doors, and other openings in walls or envelopes, important for light, air, and fire safety.