In this glossary, you will find information related to the architectural project "La Casa Del Jubilado".
Access
Noun
a means of approaching or entering a place.
Example: The main access to the museum is from the front
es: Acceso
Architectonic program
noun + adjective
it is a study and a compendium of spatial needs, links and hierarchization of spaces and elements.
Example: The architectural program helps to know the dimensions of the spaces and their connections
es: Programa arquitectónico
Architectural plans
noun + adjective
are graphic and technical representations of a house or building which, as a whole, provide an understanding of its various characteristics before, during and after construction.
Example: Any doubt about the project, we must review the architectural plans.
es: Planos arquitectónicos
Beam
noun
a long, sturdy piece of squared timber or metal spanning an opening or part of a building, usually to support the roof or floor above.
Example: The beam suffered a torsion because the loads were not calculated correctly.
es: Viga
Column
noun
an upright pillar, typically cylindrical and made of stone or concrete, supporting an arch, or other structure or standing alone as a monument.
Example: The column is an architectural element that has been used since ancient times.
es: Columna
Concept
adjective - noun
It is the essence of architectural design, it is understood as the transition of a subjective idea and its materialization, or as a metaphor projected in a space that gives meaning to architectural work.
Example: The museum's main concept a transparency.
es: Concepto
Construction system
noun + adjective
are the ways in which materials are combined to construct the elements of a building.
Example: There are many construction systems with panels, wood, brick, metal, all depending on the needs of the project.
es: Sistema constructivo
Constructive detail
noun - adjective
It is a detailed graphic representation of a specific point of a construction.
Example: The architectural plan contains a constructive detail of the foundation, where it specifies the characteristics of the element.
es: Detalle constructivo
Contour lines
noun
a line on a map joining points of equal height above or below sea level.
Example: The project area has a slope, contour lines allow locating the slope.
es: Curvas de nivel
Crossed ventilation
noun
it is a natural method of cooling. The system relies on the wind to force cool outside air into the building through an inlet (such as a wall grille, gable, or open window), while the outlet forces warmly inside air out (through a roof vent or higher window opening).
Example: Cross ventilation allows us not to use mechanical cooling systems such as air conditioning.
es: Ventilación cruzada
Cultural complex
noun + adjective
to the place in a community destined to maintain activities that promote culture among its inhabitants.
Example: In the cultural complex, there are many activities such as conferences, cultural events, sporting events, etc.
es: Complejo cultural
Executive Project
adjective - noun
is responsible for the part of the workplace management team that directly manages short- and long-term projects
Example: All activities, budgets, materials, specifications, etc. Are in the executive project.
es: Proyecto ejecutivo
Facade
noun
the face of a building, especially the principal front that looks onto a street or open space.
Example: The main facade has a view towards the lake.
es: Fachada
Foundation
noun
the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.
Example: The foundation is very important to support the building.
es: Cimentación
Frame system
noun
Framing systems were forms of construction utilized to resist vertical forces (gravity) and lateral pressures (wind and earthquakes) against a building.
Example: For multi-level buildings it is best to use a frame system.
es: Sistema de marcos
Lattice
Noun
a structure consisting of strips of wood or metal crossed and fastened together with square or diamond-shaped spaces left between, used as a screen or fence or as a support for climbing plants.
Example: In the project the window will have a lattice as protection.
es: Celosía
Linkages
adjective-verb
The action of linking the spaces of a project based on the needs and activities.
Example: The living room and kitchen have linkages to the back garden
es: Vinculaciones
Longitudinal section
noun + adjective
A section that is cut along the long axis of a structure.
Example: Project heights can be verified with longitudinal section
es: Sección longitudinal
Organic architecture
noun + adjective
It is a philosophy of architecture that promotes harmony between the human habitat and the natural world.
Example: Frank Lloyd Wright, was the best exhibitor of organic architecture.
es: Arquitectura orgánica
Scale model
Noun
a model, drawing or object which has been reduced or enlarged from its original size, to a specific scale.
Example: There will also be a scale model showing the new holiday accommodation already approved on the adjacent site and an outline of the proposed hotel.
es: Maqueta
Sketch
Noun
It is a simple drawing, without too many elements, and reflects the overall idea of the architectural idea, capturing in a basic way the design of the work that is to be built.
Example: I finished my sketch, now I could continue with my project.
es: Boceto
Slab
Noun
a large, thick, flat piece of stone, concrete, or wood, typically rectangular.
Example: For this project a concrete slab will be used
es: Losa
Vertical loads
noun - adjective
are those forces that are applied perpendicular to the roof or floor system.
Example: It is important to correctly calculate the vertical loads to avoid problems.
es: Cargas verticales
Wall
noun
a continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or divides an area of land.
Example: The wall allows delimiting the areas within the architectural project.
es: Muro
Zoning
verb
divide or assign to zones in an architectural project.
Example: Using colors to identify the project areas is part of the zoning.
