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Facade

The exterior face or wall of a building, typically one that is elaborately designed or faces a public space.

False Ceiling

A secondary ceiling that hangs below the main structural ceiling, often used to conceal wiring, ductwork, and other utilities while enhancing aesthetic appeal and acoustics.

Fasteners

Hardware devices such as screws, bolts, and nails used to join or affix materials together.

Façade Engineering

A field of engineering that focuses on the design and performance of the exterior of buildings, ensuring they are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound.

Feasibility Study

An analysis conducted to determine the viability, cost, and benefits of a construction project before proceeding with detailed planning and execution.

Feature Wall

A wall within a room that stands out due to its design, colour, texture, or material, often used as a focal point in interior design.

Fitout

The process of making an interior space suitable for occupation, which includes installing fixtures, fittings, and finishes according to the needs and preferences of the client.

Fixtures

Items that are fixed in place within a building, such as lighting, plumbing, and built-in furniture, which are essential for the functionality and design of a space.

Flashing

Thin pieces of impervious material installed to prevent water penetration at joints or intersections in a building, particularly around windows, doors, and roof penetrations.

Floor Plan

A scaled diagram of a room or building viewed from above, showing the arrangement of spaces, walls, doors, windows, and other features.

Footings

The structural elements of a building that distribute the load from the foundation walls to the ground, providing stability and support.

Formwork

Temporary moulds or structures used to support and shape poured concrete until it hardens and can support itself.

Framing

The structural framework of a building, typically consisting of timber or steel, that provides support for the roof, walls, and floors.

Free-Standing

A structure or furniture piece that stands on its own without attachment to another structure or wall.

Functionality

The practical aspects of a space or building, ensuring it meets the intended use and needs of the occupants.

Furring

Strips of wood or metal attached to a wall or ceiling to provide a level surface for attaching finish materials such as plasterboard or panelling.