sectional design
[SEK-shuh-nuhl dih-ZINE]
nounpl: sectional designs
design seccional
1. A design approach where a structure, product, or space is divided into distinct sections or modules that can be assembled, disassembled, or rearranged independently
The architect proposed a sectional design for the modular housing project to allow future expansion.
O arquiteto propôs um design seccional para o projeto de habitação modular para permitir expansão futura.
2. In architecture and engineering, a method of representing a structure by showing how it appears when cut vertically or horizontally through specific planes
The sectional design clearly shows the internal layout and height relationships of the building.
O design seccional mostra claramente o layout interno e as relações de altura do edifício.
3. A furniture or interior design concept where pieces are composed of independent sections that fit together
The sectional design of the sofa allows customers to customize their living room layout.
O design seccional do sofá permite que os clientes personalizem o layout da sala de estar.
Sectional design has become increasingly important in Brazilian architecture and furniture manufacturing, especially with the growth of sustainable design practices and space-efficient living solutions in urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA, sectional design is particularly prevalent in furniture retail and modular housing initiatives.
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