Across
- 3. This adds emotion and identity to a building.
- 5. A decorative strip along the top edge of a wall or roof.
- 6. Made from clay, used for walls; it’s strong and has a nice texture.
- 10. A flat drawing that shows what the side of a building will look like.
- 11. Guide your eyes and shape the feel of a building.
- 16. A curved structure often used to span doorways, bridges, or support large spaces.
- 17. A horizontal piece (like a bar) that supports weight from above, like a floor or roof.
- 18. This is about how a surface feels or looks like it would feel.
- 20. The relationship between the sizes of different parts of a building.
- 22. The lowest part of a building, under the ground, that supports everything above.
Down
- 1. plan A map-like drawing showing the layout of rooms from above, like looking down on a dollhouse.
- 2. These shapes are regular and mathematical, like cubes, spheres, pyramids, and cylinders—common in modern architecture.
- 3. Often used for roofs or decorative trims; it changes color over time
- 4. These shapes are more natural and free-flowing, like forms inspired by plants, animals, or waves.
- 7. Used in frames for tall buildings—it’s very strong and flexible.
- 8. Natural and warm, used in floors, ceilings, and decorative features.
- 9. Allows light in and gives a modern look. Used for windows and walls.
- 12. How big something feels compared to humans.
- 13. The sides are different but still look balanced overall
- 14. Strong and durable, often used for foundations, walls, and ceilings.
- 15. Architects make sure that both sides of a building look balanced so that it feels stable and pleasing to the eye
- 19. A tall, vertical structure that holds up parts of the building like roofs or ceilings.
- 21. All parts of the building belong together.
- 22. The front face of a building, often the most detailed or decorative part.