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From our Architecture Dictionary, find definitions for architecture terms and building vocabulary starting with the letter C, including Corbel, Cornice, Craftsman, Crenellation, and more.
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CAD
The letters CAD stand for computer-aided design. Find out how architects, drafters, engineers, and artists use CAD software.
California Mission
The term California Mission refers to a house style inspired by historic Spanish Colonial mission Churches. Learn more and see photos.
Castellation
The term CASTELLATION refers to castle-like BATTLEMENTS or CRENELLATIONS on a castle or other building. Learn more.
What is cast-iron architecture? How do cast and wrought iron differ?
In the 19th century, new technologies brought innovative use for cast iron in building design. Learn more.
Castle
What is a Castle? The answer might surprise you! Learn about castle architecture, see castle photos, and find castle resources.
Chimeny Pot
What is a Chimney Pot? Hint: It's not really a pot at all. Find the definition for Chimney Pot and see examples.
Classical
When referring to architecture, the word CLASSICAL describes buildings inspired by the Classical period in Greece and Rome. Learn about Classical architecture and Classicism in architectural design.
Classical Order
The CLASSICAL ORDERS of architecture were established in Greece or Rome during the Classical period, roughly 850 BC through 476 AD. Learn about the Classical Orders and find illustrations, examples, and resources.
Clerestory
A clerestory, pronounced "clear story," is a wall that has a band of windows along the very top. Learn about Clerestory windows and see examples.
Cob
What is "Cob"? What are Cob Houses? Find definitions and examples in our Architecture Dictionary.
Coffee House Modern
Coffee House Modern is a term often used to describe Googie architecture. Learn about Coffee House Modern and Googie styles, see photos, and find resource for learning more about Coffee House Modern architecture.
Column
Columns may support a roof or a beam, or they may be purely decorative. Learn about columns, column styles, column design, and column types.
Composite Column
In Classical architecture, a Composite column is a column style that combines the two earlier styles. Learn about the Composite Order and the Composite column style
Compressed Earth Block (CEB)
COMPRESSED EARTH BLOCKS, or CEBs, are a type of building block made of earthen materials. Learn more.
Corbel
Definition, illustration and links for corbels and other supportive architectural brackets.
Corinthian Column
The word Corinthian describes a column style set down by ancient architects when they developed a series of Orders, or principles, for the design and proportion of buildings. Learn about the Corinthian Order and the Corinthian column style
Cornice
What is a CORNICE? Find definitions for the word cornice, with illustration.
Cornice
The cornice is the uppermost section of moldings. Illustrated definition of the word Cornice from our Architecture Glossary.
Craftsman Style
A CRAFTSMAN style house expresses ARTS & CRAFTS ideals. Learn about CRAFTSMAN and ARTS & CRAFTS architecture and find photos and resources.
Crenellation
A CRENELLATION is a castle BATTLEMENT. Learn more and see an illustration in our Architecture Dictionary.
Cupola
See examples of Cupolas and find out definitions for the term.
Custom Home
The term CUSTOM HOME is often misunderstood: Not every home labeled "custom" is a true CUSTOM HOME. Learn the distinctions.
Custom Home Builder
The term CUSTOM HOME BUILDER is often misunderstood. Learn how a CUSTOM HOME BUILDER differs from a PRODUCTION HOME BUILDER.