Arches and vaults

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Tadelakt

Tadelakt is a waterproof plaster surface used in Moroccan architecture to make baths, sinks, water vessels, interior and exterior walls,…

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Squinch

A squinch in architecture is a construction filling in the upper angles of a square room so as to form…

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Semi-dome

A semi-dome, also called a "half-dome", is the term in architecture for half a dome ("cut" vertically), used to cover…

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Bay in architecture

In architecture, a bay is the space between architectural elements, or a recess or compartment. bay comes from "Old French…

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Archivolt

An archivolt (or voussure) is an ornamental molding or band following the curve on the underside of an arch. It…

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Arcade in architecture

An arcade is a succession of arches, each counter-thrusting the next, supported by columns, piers, or a covered walkway enclosed…

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