Building Terms Glossary

Commercial Terms

Commercial terms diagram labeled with architectural features: Flat roof behind parapet, Stone cap, Decorative band, Building cladding, Decorative mullions, Door header, Entry on street level, Display windows, and Window header.

Residential Terms

Residential terms diagram labeled with architectural features: Secondary roof pitched where building steps back, Fascia board, Pitched roof, Decorative bracket, Gable under pitched roof, Rake board, Exposed rafters, Decorative band, Built porch with entry raised above street level by steps, Thick window trim, Sill, and Header.