Architectural Styles & House Vocabulary IELTS Flashcards
Clean, sleek, minimalistic
Modern
Trendy, innovative, sophisticated
Contemporary
Stylish, ornate, geometric
Art Deco: Stylish, ornate, geometric
Raw, edgy, utilitarian
Industrial
Simple, uncluttered, functional
Minimalist
Cozy, natural, charming
Rustic
Retro, stylish, elegant
Mid-Century Modern
Ornate, elegant, historic
Victorian
Warm, vibrant, airy
Mediterranean
Bright, simple, cozy
Scandinavian
Open, roomy, expansive
Spacious
Warm, inviting, snug
Cozy
Open, breezy, light-filled
Airy
Practical, efficient, well-designed
Functional
Calm, peaceful, tranquil
Serene
Adaptable, flexible, multi-functional
Versatile
Fashionable, chic, elegant
Stylish
Eco-friendly, green, environmentally conscious
Sustainable
Streamlined, organized, resourceful
Efficient
Cutting-edge, inventive, original
Innovative
Classic, traditional, elegant
Colonial
Functional, geometric, avant-garde
Bauhaus
Innovative, high-tech, visionary
Futuristic
Charming, historic, picturesque
Tudor
Handcrafted, detailed, artisanal
Craftsman
Balanced, adaptable, timeless
Transitional
Serene, minimal, harmonious
Japanese Zen:
Ornate, decorative, organic
Art Nouveau:
Vintage, eclectic, cozy
Shabby Chic:
Vibrant, lush, exotic
Tropical
Welcoming, hospitable, friendly
Inviting
Radiant, luminous, sunlit
Bright
Refined, cultured, elegant
Sophisticated
Natural, earthy, connected to nature
Organic
Balanced, cohesive, in tune
Harmonious
Welcoming, accommodating, diverse
Inclusive
Creative, motivating, stimulating
Inspirational
Familiar, comfortable, homey
Homely
Adjustable, versatile, accommodating
Adaptable
Refreshing, rejuvenating, energizing
Revitalizing
Smooth, modern, and stylish.
Sleek
Strong and well-built.
Sturdy
Graceful, refined, and sophisticated.
Elegant
Adaptable and multifunctional.
Versatile
Luxurious and comfortable.
Plush
Small in size and space-saving.
Compact
Designed for efficiency and comfort.
Ergonomic
Adaptable and customizable
Modular
Clean and simple in design.
Streamlined
A set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a building.
Apartment
Example sentence: “She lives in a small apartment in the city.”
A set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a large building.
Flat
Example sentence: “I live in a spacious flat downtown.”
A room for sleeping in.
Bedroom
Example sentence: “The master bedroom has an attached bathroom.”
A room in a house for general and informal everyday use.
Living room
Example sentence: “We spend most of our time in the living room.”
A room or area where food is prepared and cooked.
Kitchen
Example sentence: “The kitchen is my favorite room in the house.”
A room containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and a toilet.
Bathroom
Example sentence: “The bathroom is downstairs, next to the kitchen.”
The structure forming the upper covering of a building.
Roof
Example sentence: “The roof of the house needs to be repaired.”
A continuous vertical brick or stone structure that encloses or divides an area of land.
Wall
Example sentence: “We painted the walls of the living room yellow.”
The lower surface of a room, on which one may walk.
Floor
Example sentence: “The floor in the kitchen is made of tiles.”
An opening in the wall or roof of a building or vehicle that is fitted with glass or other transparent material in a frame to admit light or air and allow people to see out.
Window
Example sentence: “She opened the window to let in some fresh air.”
A hinged, sliding, or revolving barrier at the entrance to a building, room, or vehicle, or in the framework of a cupboard.
Door
Example sentence: “He knocked on the door before entering.”
Decide upon the look and functioning of a building by making detailed drawings of it.
Design
Example sentence: “She designed her dream home herself.”
Make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it.
Decorate
Example sentence: “We spent the weekend decorating the living room.”
Restore (something old, especially a building) to a good state of repair.
Renovate
Example sentence: “They renovated the old house and made it look like new.”
Provide (a house or room) with furniture and fittings.
Furnish
Example sentence: “They furnished their new apartment with modern furniture.”
Apply paint to (a surface) with a brush.
Paint
Example sentence: “We’re planning to paint the bedroom blue.”
Cut down (an area of grass) with a machine.
Mow
Example sentence: “He mowed the lawn every weekend.”
In a tidy way.
Neatly
Example sentence: “He folded his clothes neatly and put them away.”
To begin to live in a new home or place.
Move in
Example sentence: “They’re moving in next week.”
To stop living in a particular home or place.
Move out
Example sentence: “They’re moving out of their old apartment next month.”
To repair, decorate, or improve something, especially a building.
Fix up
Example sentence: “They fixed up the old house and sold it for a good price.”