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A geometric configuration of symbols (used spiritually for focus, guidance, meditation)
series of sunken panels in a ceiling, soffit, or vault shaped like squares, rectangles, or octagons
niche in a mosque indicating the direction of Mecca (qibla) for Muslims to face when praying
slender tower associated with mosques, used for the call to prayer and as a city landmark
where muslims worship, where islamic prayers are performed
wall where mihrab is (indicating the prayer direction)
semicircular recess covered with a hemispherical vault (exedra)
Christian architecture surrounding the baptismal font (where baptisms take place)
large public building in Roman architecture with multiple functions (usually built near the town's forum)
vestibule opposite the main altar, (element of early Christian churches)
central part of a church extending from the main entrance to the transepts or chancel
Triangular parts that support a dome by channeling weight into pillars, placed in room corners
area set crosswise to the nave in cruciform churches
windows above eye level on high section of wall (light and fresh air enter)
masonry structure that extends from a wall to a pier, supporting the thrust of a roof or vault.
crown of a buttress or turret, (looks like small spire)
large, circular underground room used for spiritual ceremonies
Western style of many arts from early 17th c. - 1750s
A decorative building suggesting another purpose or very extravagance (transcending typical garden structures)
agreeable beauty in a picture (from the 18th c)
The quality of greatness in various forms beyond calculation or imitation
estate where cash crops are farmed (often using resident or slave labor)
gable-roofed structure two stories in front and one in back (looks like a salt box)
heavy timbers joined by pegs, creating well-fitted structures
