pristine building

[PRIS-teen BIL-ding / pris'tin 'bɪldɪŋ]
noun phrasefeminine (edifício is masculine, but construção is feminine in Portuguese)pl: pristine buildings / edifícios pristinos or construções pristinas
edifício pristino / construção imaculada
1. A building that is in perfect, unspoiled, or original condition; a structure that appears new, clean, and undamaged
The pristine building stood out among the older structures on the street.
O edifício pristino se destacava entre as estruturas mais antigas da rua.
2. A building that has been well-maintained and preserved in its original state without deterioration
After the renovation, the pristine building impressed all the visitors.
Após a renovação, a construção imaculada impressionou todos os visitantes.
3. An architecturally significant building maintained in perfect condition
The pristine building is now protected as a historical landmark.
O edifício pristino agora é protegido como um marco histórico.
In Brazil, 'pristine buildings' are highly valued in real estate markets, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro where well-maintained properties command premium prices. The term is frequently used in architectural preservation discourse and in real estate marketing. In the USA, pristine buildings often refer to historically significant structures that have been carefully restored. The concept reflects cultural values around property maintenance and historical preservation in both countries.
NYC Slang
mint condition building / spotless spot
Synonyms / Sinônimos
immaculate buildingspotless buildingwell-preserved buildingflawless buildingunspoiled building
Antonyms / Antônimos
dilapidated buildingrundown buildingdeteriorated buildingcrumbling buildingneglected building

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
edifício pristino / construção imaculada
Most commonly used in formal or technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
prédio novo / bem conservado
More casual usage, emphasizing newness or good condition
São Paulo
edifício de primeira / construção impecável
Business and real estate context, often used in property descriptions
Portugal
edifício imaculado / prédio bem preservado
Slightly different emphasis on preservation rather than pristine newness

Related Words

pristine conditionarchitectural preservationrestorationmaintenanceheritage sitemonument

Related Idioms & Phrases

in pristine condition
like new
spick and span
ship-shape
kept in apple-pie order
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