This FREE book will give you many ideas for Home Interior Design, along with a general knowledge of architectural forms.
This fully illustrated dictionary covers virtually all things related to architecture and home design.
Learn about design elements, equipment, tools, textiles, architecture, and more.
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DADO: A kind of joint used in woodworking, where a groove is cut into a board to hold the edge of a connecting board.
Shown below, types of dado joints used in home interior design.
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DAMPER: A metal cover that regulates the airflow in a chimney.
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DAMP PROOFING: A tar-like, waterproof material applied to a wall to prevent moisture from rising.
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DANISH FUNCTIONALISM: A style of architecture developed in Denmark in the 1960s, emphasizing structural form only in terms of function. For home interior design features in this style, visit IKEA.
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DAYLIGHT: The unattached end of a pipe.
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DEAD BOLT: A security lock typically installed on exterior entry doors.
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DEAD LIGHT: The type of window that does not open, such as a picture window.
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DECK: An exterior wood floor attached to the side of a building or other outdoor structure.
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DECONSTRUCTIVISM: A post modern architectural style that began in the 1980s. The style is characterized by a fragmented structural appearance and an absence of harmony.
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DEDICATED CIRCUIT: An electrical circuit that powers a single appliance or system.
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DEHUMIDIFIER: A home interior design element used for controlling humidity levels.
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DELAMINATION: A separation of the layers of defective laminated materials, such as the delaminated wood door shown below.
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DEN: A room inside a house that functions as a small, busy living room. In many home interior design motifs, the den is typically equipped with a TV and/or other entertainment systems.
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DEPTH RING: The part of a router that sets the depth of a hole to be drilled.
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DETACHED GARAGE: A garage that is not connected to the house, but stands as a separate building on the property. With the right home interior design ideas, a detached garage can be converted into a charming in-law.
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DETACHED HOUSE: A house that is not connected to, or combined with, any other building.
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DETAILING: Decorative accents and trim work, inside or outside the home.
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DIAGONAL PLIERS: A type of pliers designed for wire cutting.
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DIAMOND POINT CHISEL: A chisel that is used for cleaning out corners and other tiny spaces.
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DIASTYLE: A spacing of three column widths between columns.
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DIAZOMA: A passage across the middle of an auditorium, which divides the upper and the lower rows of seats.
Shown below, the remains of an ancient theater in Greece.
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DIE: A material shaping process, or a device used for such a process. The die casting process is most commonly used for making toys and hardware items.
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DIE STOCK: A piece of hardware that is used for cutting the grooves onto screws.
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DIE WRENCH: A double-handled wrench used with die stock for cutting grooves into screws.
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DIKKA: A stage or podium placed on top of columns.
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DIMMER SWITCH: A light switch that allows the user to control the intensity of the light.
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