Understanding Obscure Home Design and Construction Terms

Design or construction jargon getting you down? When searching for the perfect design for your new home, you may have discovered a few unfamiliar terms or styles. Anything from a coastal balustrade to a cupola can furrow the brow of anyone new to the coastal home building world. When you come across these obscure terms, make sure you locate an explanation or definition - they just might be the specific elements you are looking for. We've listed a few resources below that will help you understand pesky architectural and construction terms. Searching for your favorite home design should be a fun and stress-free step in the building process, so it's a good idea to keep these resources handy.

Guide to Residential Styles: http://www.realtor.org/rmoarchitecture_guide/residentialstyles

Architectural Glossary: http://www.archiseek.com/guides/glossary/a.html

Construction Glossary: http://www.homebuildingmanual.com/Glossary.htm