Glossary of Architecture and Construction Terms

Below you will find a glossary of common and not so common terms used in architecture and construction industry. We hope you will find this glossary resource helpful when viewing our home plans and browseing through our web site.

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2 Story Dining Room - A formal area of the home used for meals in which the distance from the floor to ceiling is 18' or higher

2 Story Foyer - The entry area of a home in which the distance from floor to ceiling is 18' or higher

2 Story Grand Salon - A formal room or area of the home used for entertaining that features a ceiling that is at 18' or higher

2 Story Library - A formal home office with a distance of 18' or greater between the floor and the ceiling

2 Story Living Room - A room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax that features a ceiling of 18' or higher