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Glossary
Wall & Ceiling Treatments
Decorative and architectural elements that add character and dimension to ceilings and walls.
Accessories
Accessories in interior design refer to items used to enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of a space.
Achromatic
A design term referring to a color scheme that uses no
Hue
.
Allover Layout/Pattern
An allover layout or pattern refers to a design that covers an entire surface uniformly through
Repetition
without a distinct focal point.
American Country
American Country is a design style that embodies a casual and comfortable aesthetic inspired by rural American life.
Angel Bed
A decorative feature resembling a bed or rest area for angels.
Art Moderne
Art Moderne is a design style that emphasizes streamlined, geometric forms and a strong sense of motion.
Art Print
An art print is a reproduction of an original work of art.
Baffle
A baffle is a device used to obstruct, break up, or redirect sound waves.
Beau Brummel
Beau Brummel refers to a style of dress that emphasizes elegance, cleanliness, and simplicity.
Chinoiserie
Chinoiserie is a style inspired by Chinese artistic influences and related to
Asian Style
.
Coffer
A coffer is a sunken panel in a
Ceiling
or
Dome
.
Color Scheme
A color scheme is an intentional
Colour Palette
used in design for aesthetics and practical purposes.
Dentil Molding
Dentil molding is a decorative architectural element featuring a series of closely spaced, rectangular blocks.
Egg & Dart
Egg & Dart is a
Decorative Motif
, an ornamental design featuring alternating egg-shaped and dart or arrow-like elements.
Embroidery
Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric (
Textile
) or other materials with needle and thread or yarn.
Escutcheon
An escutcheon is a decorative or protective plate around a keyhole,
Door Handle
,
Light Switch
, or
Faucet
.
Open Plan
Open plan refers to a floor
Layout
without walls or barriers between different living spaces.
Focal Point
A focal point is a specific spot or area in a space that draws attention and becomes the center of interest.
Repetition
Repetition is a key
Design Principle
involving the repeated use of elements or
Motif
s to create a sense of
Harmony
and consistency in a space.
Rococo
Rococo is an elaborately ornamental late baroque style of decoration prevalent in 18th-century continental Europe.
Rococo Revival
Rococo Revival is a 19th-century furniture and interior design style that draws inspiration from the 18th-century French Rococo period.
Shellac
Shellac is a natural resin used as a wood finish and sealer in interior design.
Spandrel
A spandrel is the triangular space created between the outer curve of an
Arch
and the framework enclosing it.
French Polishing
French Polishing is a
Wood Finishing
technique that produces a very high gloss surface, creating a
High Gloss Finish
.
General Contractor
A general contractor is a professional responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations on a construction site.
Tapestry
A heavy
Textile
handwoven with rich, colorful designs or scenes, often used as a
Wall Hanging
.
Tufted
Tufted refers to a type of fabric treatment where threads are inserted on a base fabric to create
pattern
s, texture, or decorative design.
Vault
A vault is an architectural element consisting of a curved structure, often forming a
Vaulted Ceiling
, designed to provide a space with a ceiling or roof.
Geometric
Geometric refers to the use of
Shape
s,
Line
s, and
Form
s in design.
Wall Mirror
A wall mirror is a
Mirror
designed to be mounted on a wall.
Heading
Heading refers to the top section of a curtain or drapery in a
Window Treatment
that attaches to the
Curtain Track
or
Curtain Rod
.
Knock Down A Wall
Knocking down a wall involves the process of removing a wall to open up space or change the layout of an interior.
Lap
In interior design, 'lap' refers to the overlap of two materials or elements, functioning as a type of
Overlay
in layered applications.
Mat Board
Mat board is a thick, paper-based material used for framing
Artwork
.
Mantel
A
Shelf
above the
Fireplace
.
Vaulted Ceiling
A vaulted ceiling is a high, arched or sloped
Ceiling
that rises above standard ceiling height to create a sense of openness, volume, and architectural drama.
Tray Ceiling
A tray ceiling is a
Ceiling
design with a raised or recessed central section that creates a stepped, tray-like profile.
Shiplap
Shiplap is a type of wooden
Wall Cladding
made from long boards with overlapping rabbeted edges (
Rabbet Joint
) that create distinctive horizontal or vertical shadow lines.
Millwork
Millwork refers to custom or factory-made wood-based interior features such as
cabinets
, moulding (
Molding
), doors,
Wall Paneling
, built-ins, and other architectural details produced in a mill or workshop.
Baseboard
A baseboard is a
Trim
piece installed along the bottom of an interior wall where it meets the floor.
Coffered Ceiling
A coffered ceiling is a
Ceiling Treatment
made up of recessed panels (
Coffer
s), typically arranged in a grid and framed by beams or
Molding
.