Luxury Interior Design Glossary

Explore common terminology used in luxury interior design, space planning, architectural detailing, furnishings, materials, lighting and project coordination.

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Accent Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Ambient Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Architectural Detailing
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Art Placement
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Architectural Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Accent Color
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Area Rug
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Asymmetry
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Analogous Color
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Architectural Feature
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Archway
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Area Planning
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Appliance Integration
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Artwork
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Accessory
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Architect Coordination
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Balance
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bespoke Furniture
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bookmatching
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Built-In
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Banquette
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bedding
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bench Seat
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Built-In Cabinetry
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Baseboard
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Brass
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bronze
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Blackout Lining
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Bathroom Design
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Budget Allowance
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Casegoods
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
CFA
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Color Palette
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Color Temperature
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Concept Board
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Concept to Completion
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Contemporary Design
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Contrast
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Crown Molding
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Cabinetry
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Furnishings
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Upholstery
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Millwork
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Cabinet Hardware
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Ceiling Detail
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Chandelier
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Coffee Table
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Console Table
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Counter Stool
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Credenza
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Closet
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Complementary Color
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Cool Color
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Cove Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Coffered Ceiling
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Ceiling Beam
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Column
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Ceramic Tile
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Chrome
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Client Brief
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Consultation
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Country Club Home
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Corporate Interior
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Commercial Interior
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Sofa
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Dining Table
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Bed
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Rug
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Craftsmanship
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Custom Fabrication
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Contractor Coordination
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Design Development
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Design Intent
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Drapery
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Design Presentation
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Decorative Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Dining Chair
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Dining Table
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Drapery Hardware
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Daylighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Dimming
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Decorative Fixture
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Door Casing
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Design Fee
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Dining Room
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Elevation
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
End Table
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Entertainment Center
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Existing Conditions
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Estate Home
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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FF&E
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Floor Plan
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Flooring
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Focal Point
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Furniture Plan
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Furniture Scale
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Furniture Layout
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Finish Schedule
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Floor Lamp
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Furniture Grouping
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Feature Wall
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Family Room
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Freestanding Tub
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Final Installation
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Freight
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Fabricator
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Finish Sample
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Fabric Memo
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Granite
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Glass
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Grasscloth
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Guest Suite
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Great Room
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Hardware
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Headboard
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Hue
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Honed Finish
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Home Office
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Interior Architecture
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Interior Decorator
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Interior Designer
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Installation
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Island
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Invoice
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Jobsite Supervision
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

K

Kitchen Design
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Kitchen Island
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Layered Lighting
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Lead Time
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Luxury Interior Design
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Lighting Plan
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Lounge Chair
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Layering
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Lighting Control
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Linen
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Leather
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Living Room
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Lead-Time Management
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Material Palette
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Millwork
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Mood Board
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Motorized Shades
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Monochromatic Palette
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Molding
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Marble
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Metal Finish
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Matte Finish
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Motorization
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Media Room
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.
Mockup
A term commonly used in interior design, furnishing, architectural detailing, specification or project coordination. Its exact application depends on the project and design context.

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Natural Stone