When buying
a home, there are many architectural details that people look for to ensure
they buy the most beautiful home they can afford. For example, the façade of
the home has to be inviting, the stucco walls have to be sturdy and free of
graffiti, the balcony has to have a fabulous view and the interior carpet has
to be soft and plush.
Whether
it’s a studio you’re looking for, a palazzo or a villa complete with a portico,
balcony and fountains with a replica of the various Greek gods of mythology,
many of the words used in art, architecture and design are rooted in the
romance languages.
Origins of
architecture
The term
architecture refers to the planning, design and construction process of a structure.
The resulting buildings or structures are considered works of art, often
defining a particular period in history.
The word
architecture is from the Latin word architectura.
In Greek, it is from the word arkhitekton,
which is a combination of words meaning chief and builder or carpenter.
