Dictionary of Moisture Protection & Restoration

perpend wall, perpeyn wall =

A wall built of perpends or of ashlar stones, all of which reach from one side to the other.

perpend wall

perron = An outdoor flight of steps, usually symmetrical, lead- ing to a terrace of a large building.

perron

pinnacle = An apex.

A largely ornamental body, or shaft terminated by a pyramid or spire. A turret, or component ele- vated above the main build- ing.

pinnacle

plantation house = The principal house of a plantation in the antebel- lum American south, typi- cally having many charac- teristics: two stories, a projecting portico with

plantation house

Classic columns and a recessed central bay, thick walls at ground level, and a raised basement in areas of high water table, which served as the location for service facilities, pantries, wine cellar and servants’ room.

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