Building insurance insurance covering the structure of the building. Standards new zealand glossary of building terminology. This is a key principle in radiation protection and safety. Glossary of architectural terms key terms used in listed building records. Download dictionary of construction terminology as pdf. Geotechnical structures need anchors to counteract the uplift and other. Mar 07, 2017 the dictionary of construction terms offers clear and concise explanations of the most commonly encountered legal and technical terms, phrases and abbreviations used throughout the construction industry. It removes the heat from the freon gas and turns the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the furnace. The glossary terms on this page do not contain ncc defined terms. Building construction glossary paladin risk management.
Over the course of centuries, architects and builders have developed specialized terms to describe their buildings. Thus we start with some of the terms that help describe a buildings basic form. This handbook is drawn from the newly developed database of building, building construction and facility management terminology. Glossary of building terminology this document has been reassessed by the committee, and judged to still be up to date. Glossary of terms for home building residential design services. Airbrick a perforated brick used for ventilation, especially for under floor spaces. Cod style one family home, o4 is a tower type office building and r5 is a commercial condominium unit. Michael mccormick p a g e 4 blueprints architectural site plans, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, and sections. Alteration any change affecting an existing structure externally or internally such as. A curved projection formed by at least five windows joined at obtuse angles.
The following list of words is only a brief catalogue of the hundreds of technical terms that have been developed over centuries to. Brick veneer the brick finish on the exterior of a home or other building. Ag line a perforated pipe usually covered with a geotextile fabric laid behind retaining walls and other areas to catch seeping stormwater. Anchorsrock anchors rock anchors resist forces by means of corrosion protected steel bars. In some cases, key terms have been defined specifically for the purpose of an accreditation assessment. Animation the nucleus of a helium atom, made up of two neutrons and two protons with a. This detail and glossary are provided to assist you in becoming familiar with the structure, components and terminology that are. The building is said to have a boardandbatten exterior. A characteristic particularly of classical architecture by which the two sides of a facade or architectural floor plan of a building present. For example, industrial buildings cannot be constructed. Ant cap a shaped metal shield which is placed on top of a pier or stump and below bearers or other supporting timber members to delay, and expose during periodic inspections any movement of termites from soil to timber sections of a building. Building energy management system is a computerbased control system installed in buildings that controls and monitors the building s mechanical and electrical equipment such as ventilation, lighting, power systems, fire systems, and security systems.
Glossary of terms see also utahs historic architecture glossary. Demolition any act which destroys a structure, either partially or entirely. Fan light a semicircular or semielliptical window, with wedgeshaped panes of glass separated by mullions arranged like the spokes of a wagon wheel. At robertson metal depots, we place extensive value on you, our customers, and are dedicated to meeting your every service and material need. Dates given, for instance, as c19 nineteenth century. Dc builders specializes in the design and construction of oneofakind homes and equestrian facilities nationwide. National committee on rationalised building, hans milton. Absolute advantage the ability of a country or region to produce a good or service at a lower. The pdf format was created by adobe in 1993 for the purpose of portable document exchange between systems and applications. The following is a reference list of common building terms used in the construction industry and a simple explanation of each. The dictionary of construction terms offers clear and concise explanations of the most commonly encountered legal and technical terms, phrases and abbreviations used throughout the construction industry. To grade a site is to shape the topography of the site to meet the.
It is typically a finer wood that is used as a decorative cover for lowerquality wood. The term can also refer to the decorative molding around a window or door. Glossary of building terms building guide house design. Term definition berm a mount of dirt covenant a legal document to. Check out some examples of our beautiful allwood projects. Ag linea perforated pipe usually covered with a geotextile fabric laid behind retaining walls and other areas to catch seeping stormwater. To this end, weve compiled a list of important architectural terms some you may have heard and others you probably havent. Glossary terms acceptable solution according to the building act 2004, an acceptable solution is a building solution that is accepted as complying with the building code. An upright vertical member which usually stands clear of the main body of a building.
Page 4 of 7 historic site any site, building, structure, object, or improvement designated by the city commission as having historical, cultural, architectural, or archaeological significance. Listed below, is a summary of some of the more commonly used terms, endearments, lingo or slang expressions, that are used within the construction industry. Anchorsrock anchors rock anchors resist forces by means of corrosion protected steel bars embedded into bedrock. An illustrated compendium of definitions of terms used in building, engineering and planning. Construction glossary of building terms residential reports. A glossary of building and planning terms edition 2 national committee on rationalized building canberra. Glossary of building terms hb50 2004 an illustrated compendium of building terms and definitions used in australia and new zealand.
A glossary of construction and building material terms and acronyms, covering all areas of construction including the like of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing, plastering, joinery, insulation and glazing. Terms that distinguish certain construction materials and techniques are presented next. Glossary of housing terms alf curtis home improvements. A glazing unit used to reduce the transmission of sound through the glazed opening by bonding a soft interlayer between the layers of glass.
Ultimate web builder is the most powerful and easy website builder sofware. Glossary of architectural terms trust for architectural easements. A system of building construction where individual sections of the building are manufactured off site in factories then transported to the final building site. Framing lumber used for the structural members of a building, such as studs, joists, and rafters. A glossary of the key terms and abbreviations that are relevant to the building consent authority accreditation scheme. Drawn from the newly developed database of some,500 building, building construction and facility management terminology, the fifth edition of the glossary of building terms is the first of a future range of fully harmonized specialinterest subglossaries. Glossary of construction terms air condtioning condenser the outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. Can be a health hazard should not be disturbed and specialist advice sought if found. That way, everyone stays on the same page and no one gets hurt on the job. We pride ourselves in always being there to answer any questions you might have about the process.
A set of laws drafted by the governing town or city to control building construction, public health and safety. Easy to understand nz building terms glossary building terms glossary. Online dictionary to help you learn about creating, building, designing, and managing your own website. The earliest and most massive of the three greek orders doric, ionic, corinthian. Building paper a general term for papers, felts, and similar sheet materials used in buildings. Property valuationsquantity surveyorsfire engineers building surveyorsstructural engineers call 0800 773 636 today. Grade slope has an incline or pitch described as so many degrees, or as, for example, rising one foot over a horizontal distance of five feet. The term building class as used by the department of finance is interchangeable with the term building code as used by the department of buildings. Glossary of building terms branz maintaining my home. Ac circuit alternating current the flow of current through a conductor first in one direction then in reverse. Glossary of architectural terms calgary board of education. Building deposition the location of primary buildings, outbuildings, and accessory uses relative to the boundaries of an individual lot.
Each area of the country has a different glossary of terms, and as with the description of a sandwich as a sub, a hoagie or a grinder, misleading terms can lead. If you are busy carrying out research for your building project, youve probably already been bombarded by dozens of new words and phrases. Over time constructions unique vocabulary has developed into one of the most complex of any industry, with many terms. Common building terms these terms are provided for a lay person to have some understanding of common building terms. National committee on rationalised building, 1985 building 336 pages. Commonly used building terms in alphabetical order with simple definitions. Dictionary of construction terms pdf books library land. An uptodate reference book for those actively working in the design and construction of buildings as well as all students in either trade or professional training. Architectural drawings a set of blueprints also known as construction drawings. Glossary of architectural terms trust for architectural. Glossary of building terms houspect building inspections.
Glossary of architectural terms historic preservation. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Building terms and construction jargon can be bewildering. Study group of the new zealand national society for earthquake engineering 1992. It replaces the fourth edition 1994 of the glossary of building terms. See also bim resources, for links to standards, protocols, guidance and other resources and bim articles for a list of articles on designing buildings wiki. Adit a horizontal or nearly horizontal entrance to a tunnel or mine as opposed to a vertical shaft. Bubble diagram library areas depicted as rough circles sized to illustrate the floor area required and twodimensional relationships within the building.
Incise scratch a design into wet concrete using tools. Building construction glossary a above grade the portion of a building that is above ground level. Sydney building information centre, on behalf of the national committee on rationalised building. It will save valuable time when searching for an authoritative explanation of a frequently used term and will become a practical reference for. National committee on rationalised building ncrb, standards australia, 2004 building 376 pages. If you have a word to contribute to our glossary, please email us. Dictionary of construction terminology ac an abbreviation for air conditioner or air conditioning. A projecting element, such a beam or porch, supported at one end. The pdf specification has been updated and published and adobe over the years. Usually circular in crosssection and is a common motif of classic architecture. Glossary of building terms used in home maintenance and repair this site is optimised for modern browsers. Apr 10, 2017 this is a glossary of the key terms and abbreviations that are relevant to the building consent authority accreditation scheme. That part of a pier or wall either end of an arch, beam, or bridge which resists the pressure of a load. Complete economics dictionary complete economics dictionary.
Frost lid round metal lid that is installed on a water meter pit. These items are typically built into the structure of the building and are not movable. The pdf specification defines support for a number of different encodings. Building placement can impact the context of the site in a given area and are often controlled by building setback and coverage standards.
Glossary of commonly used construction terms anchorsrock. A building or structure on the same lot as the main or principal building. Infill descriptive of a new structure that has been built to fill a gap in a streetscape integrity the authenticity of a property in terms of. It removes the heat from the freon gas and turns the gas back into a liquid and pumps the liquid back to the coil in the.
Group ii furnitureequipment furnitureequipment are movable and can be relocated from one space to another with ease. Glossary of architectural terms historic environment scotland. An encoding is a set of characters in a given order. Glossary of terms and abbreviations building performance. When talking to an architect or builder, it can be helpful to know basic terminology and architectural vocabulary you may encounter. Glossary of architectural terms key terms used in listed building records adamesque following the design principles or details used by the 18th century family of classical architects, william, and robert adam. A government regulation that involves restricting how a property is used. Dc builders specializes in the design and construction of one of akind homes and equestrian facilities nationwide. Construction glossary of building terms abutment that part of a pier or wall either end of an arch, beam, or bridge which resists the pressure of a load.
Bim glossary of terms designing buildings wiki share your construction industry knowledge. Demolition by neglect the destruction of a building or structure through abandonment or lack of maintenance. Building elements that are considered part of the building. Abacus the uppermost member of a capital of a column, often a plain, square slab. A simple glossary of terms used throughout, all related to construction and home building. There are lots of specialist, technical words and legal requirements involved with carrying out building works. Glossary of australian building terms national library of. Formerly titled a glossary of housebuilding and sitedevelopment terms, this invaluable reference text has been used for three decades by. Alteration the rebuilding, reerecting, repairing, enlarging and extending of a building. Ac disconnect the main electrical on off switch near the ac condenser. Access door door which allows access to concealed space or equipment. Here are a few to help with the communications a acceptable solution a design solution deemed to comply with the building code that is preapproved and therefore has fewer compliance costs associated. The front facade of a building contains the buildings main entrance, the rear facade is the buildings rear exterior wall, and the side facades are a buildings side exterior walls. Complete economics dictionary complete economics dictionary a abnormal profit the surplus of revenue over costs enjoyed by a monopoly that is in excess of profit the same firm could expect to earn if it faced competition for its market.
Building dictionary of terms listed below, is a summary of some of the more commonly used terms, endearments, lingo or slang expressions, that are used within the construction industry. Each area of the country has a different glossary of terms, and as with the description of a sandwich as a sub, a hoagie or. A contract between a buyer and seller which should explain. Glossary of architectural and building terms wandsworth council. Frieze in house construction a horizontal member connecting the top of the siding with the soffit of the cornice. Pdf 9 users english, pdf 5 users english, pdf 3 users english, pdf 1 user english more info on product formats. Following the design principles or details used by the 18th century family. A distortion of material, which can be a sign of water damage. If you went out level four feet you would be able to plumb up 32. This online fact sheet includes a glossary of common building terms for heritage property maintenance. Beaux arts training emphasized historical greek and roman models, and the term often refers to classical architecture and to the renaissance revival styles that are.
The capital is simple and usually made of rounded layers. Ac condenser the outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. Glossary of building terms hb50 2004 assistive technology. Here are a few of the terms you may come across when building or reading building inspection reports. This guide groups terms according to how we generally perceive a building, from the large to the small. According to the building act 2004, an acceptable solution is a building solution that is accepted as complying with the building code apron flashing the flashing that covers the joint between a vertical surface and a sloping roof, as at the lower edge of a chimney.
It is used exclusively in residential and commercial wiring because it provides. Glossary of architectural terms the following is a glossary of architectural terms that may be referred to when undertaking the heritage trails or consulting the website. Architrave moulding surrounding a door or window opening to cover. Asbestos a fibrous mineral used in the past for insulation.
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