frieze

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Frieze' refers to a broad horizontal band, typically decorated with sculpture or painting, located on the wall or facade of a building. Think of it as the detailed ribbon wrapping a box.

Examples in Different Contexts

In interior design, a 'frieze' can elevate the aesthetic of a space. An interior designer might suggest, 'Adding a frieze with a Grecian motif can give the room a classical touch.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

We're planning a festival in the town square. We want to honor the town's history as part of the events.

Response:

What if we had local artists recreate the town's historic frieze as a mural for the festival?

Tech

Scenario:

We're modeling a virtual ancient Rome tour. Pay special attention to certain iconic architectural details

Response:

In that case, we should definitely include a realistic frieze implementation on the virtual model of the Roman forum.