Research Results For 'Podium'

PODIUM

In architecture a podium is a low wall, serving as a foundation, a substructure, or a terrace wall. The term usually describes the dwarf wall surrounding the arena of an amphitheatre, from the top of which the seats began; or the masonry under the stylobate of a temple, which is sometimes a mere foundation, and sometimes contains chambers.
Research Podium

QUADRA

In architecture a quadra is the plinth, or lowest member, of any pedestal, podium, water table, or the like. The term is also used to describe the border around a bas-relief.
Research Quadra

SURBASE

In architecture, a surbase is a cornice, or series of mouldings, on the top of the base of a pedestal, podium, etc.
Research Surbase

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