An entry that provides access to a patio, deck, or courtyard.
special-purpose entry
A residential design in which there are few walls in the living area of the home.
open plan
A room that is dedicated to a special interest, such as music, art, or hobbies.
special-purpose room
A residential floor plan that has separate rooms for living and dining.
closed plan
The front entry of a home, designed for use by guests and opening into the living area of the home.
main entry
The part of the house where food is prepared, clothes are laundered, goods are stored, the car is parked, and equipment for upkeep of the house is stored.
service area
A large porch that typically extends along an entire wall of a residence.
verandah
The area of a home in which the family relaxes, entertains guests, dines, and meets together.
living area
The movement of people from one area or room to another.
traffic circulatoin
A narrow porch extending from an upper floor of a residence.
balcony
An outdoor space that is structurally connected to the residence.
porch
A roofed structure that is similar to a porch, but is detached from the house.
gazebo
A room or area just inside the main entry of a home that provides a place to greet guests and to remove overcoats and boots.
foyer
A measure of how easily all people, including those who are physically handicapped or have limited mobility, can use something.
accessibility
An outdoor space that is partially or fully enclosed by walls or a roof.
courtyard
An outdoor feature that is similar to a patio but is typically above grade.
deck
A general-purpose room that replaces the living room, family room, and dining room in houses designed with an open floor plan.
great room
The area where the family sleeps, rests, and bathes.
sleeping area
An entry that is usually connected to the kitchen; it is designed to be convenient, rather than beautiful.
service entry
An outdoor feature at ground level that is usually near the residence but is not structurally connected to it.
patio
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