Buildings and Structures

an official contract or arrangement by which a bank gives money to someone as a loan to buy a house and the person agrees to repay the loan over a specified period, usually with interest

They took out a mortgage to buy their first house in the suburbs.

a building or the piece of land surrounding it, owned by individuals, businesses, or entities

They inherited a large property with acres of farmland and a historic farmhouse.

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

The city skyline is dominated by a new skyscraper that towers over all the other buildings.

a very large and impressive house

The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean.

a building or a group of buildings in which individual units are owned privately, while common areas and facilities such as hallways, elevators, etc. are owned and managed by all residents

She bought a condominium in the downtown area for its convenient location and amenities.

an apartment on top of a tall building

She moved into a penthouse with stunning views of the city skyline.

an apartment with two floors each with its own rooms connected by an internal staircase

The lower unit of the duplex has a spacious living room and kitchen, while the upper unit has bedrooms and a study.

having or made of several parts

The human brain is a complex organ with billions of interconnected neurons.

an area where multiple residential buildings, such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, are constructed to create a new community or neighborhood

The housing development will feature a variety of architectural styles and amenities to attract families and retirees alike.

a house that is part of a row of similar houses built side by side

They purchased a row house in the historic district known for its charming architecture and community atmosphere.

a boat designed for living in

They spent their vacation on a houseboat cruising down the river.

an area or room directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage or as an additional living area

She converted the attic into a cozy home office with skylights and built-in shelves.

an area or room in a house or building that is partially or completely below the ground level

They converted the basement into a home theater with comfortable seating and a big screen.

an underground storage space or room, typically found in a building, used for storing food, wine, or other items that require a cool and dark environment

They use the cellar to store homemade preserves and pickles.

a room in an apartment or house that a baby sleeps in

They decorated the nursery with soft pastel colors and stuffed animals.

an outdoor area with paved floor belonging to a house used for sitting, relaxing or eating in

They enjoy dining al fresco on their patio during warm summer evenings.

the external surface of a building roof

They had dinner on the rooftop, enjoying the city's skyline at night.

a bell operated by a button outside a house or apartment that makes a sound when pushed, particularly to inform the inhabitants inside

She rang the doorbell and waited for someone to answer.

a small step in front of the main door of a building or house

She found a package waiting on her doorstep when she returned home from work.

the area around the door at the entrance to a house, room, etc.

She stood in the doorway, waving goodbye as he left for work.

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

The A/C kept the house cool during the scorching summer heat.

a system that provides a building with warm water and temperature

The central heating system kicked in as soon as the temperature dropped outside.

a device or alarm that starts beeping if it detects smoke or fire

The smoke alarm woke them up during the night, alerting them to a fire in the kitchen.

a piece of furniture with drawers used for storing clothes and personal items

The antique bureau in the corner of the room showcased intricate craftsmanship and served as a storage solution for vintage clothing.

a sliding box-shaped piece of furniture found within a desk, dresser, or cabinet, used for organizing and storing items

She keeps her socks and underwear neatly folded in the top drawer of her dresser.

an object for collecting and temporarily storing trash or waste materials, often placed outside a house

The garbage can in the park was overflowing with discarded wrappers and bottles.

a task, especially a household one, that is done regularly

Taking out the trash is one of the daily chores he is responsible for.

to clean a surface by wiping it with a handle attached to a sponge or cloth at its end

She mops the kitchen floor every evening to keep it clean.

to clean a surface by rubbing it very hard using a brush, etc.

She scrubs the bathtub to remove soap scum and stains.

to clean a place by using a broom

She sweeps the kitchen floor every evening after dinner.

to clean a surface by using a machine that sucks up dirt, dust, etc.

She vacuums the carpets in the living room every week to keep them clean.

to clean or dry a surface using a cloth, etc.

She wiped the kitchen counter with a damp cloth to remove crumbs.

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

They decided to furnish the living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and stylish chairs.

a piece of clothing with long sleeves, worn outdoors and over other clothes to keep warm or dry

He buttoned up his coat to keep out the chilly wind.

a detailed technical or architectural plan showing dimensions, materials, and specifications for construction or production

The architect drew a blueprint for the new library.