insulated spaces

[ɪn'suːleɪtɪd 'speɪsɪz]
nounpl: insulated spaces
espaços isolados
1. Areas or rooms that are thermally or acoustically separated from their surroundings by insulating materials to maintain temperature or reduce noise
The insulated spaces in the building help maintain consistent indoor temperatures year-round.
Os espaços isolados no edifício ajudam a manter temperaturas internas consistentes o ano todo.
2. Enclosed areas designed to provide protection from external environmental conditions
The basement has insulated spaces that serve as storage for temperature-sensitive items.
O porão possui espaços isolados que funcionam como armazenamento para itens sensíveis à temperatura.
3. Separated or compartmentalized areas within a structure that operate independently from adjacent spaces
The office building features insulated spaces for soundproofing between conference rooms.
O prédio de escritórios possui espaços isolados para isolamento acústico entre as salas de conferência.
This term is primarily used in construction, architecture, and real estate contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, energy efficiency in insulated spaces has become increasingly important due to climate concerns and rising energy costs. In the USA, insulated spaces are emphasized for both energy savings and thermal comfort in diverse climates.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
insulated roomsisolated compartmentssealed enclosuresthermally separated areassoundproof spaces
Antonyms / Antônimos
open spacesexposed areasuninsulated spacesconnected spaces

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaços isolados
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
ambientes isolados
Alternative term using 'ambientes' for spaces/environments
São Paulo
áreas termicamente isoladas
More technical variant emphasizing thermal isolation
Portugal
espaços isolados
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical construction vocabulary is consistent

Related Words

insulationthermal resistanceacoustic dampeningclimate controlweatherproofingcompartmentalization

Related Idioms & Phrases

create an insulated space from the elements
insulated spaces for privacy
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