Interior Design Terms | Part 3
2️⃣ Jacquard: Named after a type of loom, jacquard textiles are woven, highly textured fabrics in which the design is incorporated into the weave rather than being stamped or printed on the material.
3️⃣ J-box: An abbreviation for “junction box.” J-boxes are wall-mounted units that house electrical wires. They’re meeting points for many different types of wires and can be placed in a stud above heavy light fixtures.
4️⃣ Kelvin: Units of measurement that relate to the color of a light source. The higher the Kelvin number, the closer it is to replicating bright sunlight.
5️⃣ Laminate: A layered synthetic type of flooring that is made using lamination.
6️⃣ Light fixture: A device that houses an electrical lamp meant to provide illumination.
7️⃣ Mid-century modern: A modern style of architectural design that emerged in the aftermath of World War II, defined by open floor plans and large windows.
8️⃣ Monochromatic: A color scheme that is centered around a single color.
9️⃣ Niche: A recessed area within a wall or room.
🔟 Patina: A light layer of gloss or film which appears on a surface as a result of age or artificial distressing.
stud =a small nail or piece of metal, with a large, rounded top, that is attached to the surface of something, usually for decoration
recessed = attached by setting back into the wall or surface
distressing = from distress = give (furniture or clothing) simulated marks of age and wear
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