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EAVE - lower edge of a roof extending beyond the exterior wall
ECLECTIC - utilizing elements from multiple sources and styles. See "DESIGN STYLES: ARCHITECTURE, INTERIORS & FURNISHINGS"
EGRESS - vertical or horizontal means of escape from a building
EIGHT-WAY HAND-TIED - coiled springs used in furniture construction, knotted with twine from front to back, side to side and diagonally, interlocking adjacent coils
ELECTRICAL PLAN - the layout of all wiring including outlets, under counter lights, lighting fixtures, etc. See ELEVATION, FLOOR PLAN, FURNITURE LAYOUT, PLAN VIEW, REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
ELEVATION - scaled drawing depicting details on an exterior or interior wall. See ELECTRICAL PLAN, FLOOR PLAN, FURNITURE LAYOUT, PLAN VIEW, REFLECTED CEILING PLAN, SPACE PLANNING
ELEMENT - individual aspect or attribute of the project; a geometric point, line or plane
EMBELLISHMENT - additional ornamentation
EMBOSSED - ornament with raised work or 3-dimensional design impressed into a surface; fabric created by rolling goods between engraved cylinders
EMBOSSING - the act of creating a raised effect on any surface
EMBROIDERY - needlework designs with raised thread/s created by hand or machine. See NEEDLEPOINT
ENAMEL - a hard, glossy surface finish
END LAP JOINT - strong woodworking joint where two boards are rabbeted and joined
ENERGY - a source of usable heat or power
ENERGY USAGE - the amount of power required to operate and maintain electrical equipment
ENFILADE - linear arrangement of interior doors providing a vista when the doors remain open; French term describes a low Provincial buffet with 4 or more doors
ENGRAVING - a block, print or surface made from an etched or engraved plate
ENTABLATURE - classical Greek horizontal, architectural element spanning two or more columns, created by combining an architrave (beam) with a frieze (decorative band) and cornice (top)
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER - cabinetry designed specifically to house a television, VCR, DVD, stereo, speakers, etc.
ENVIRONMENT - the area or surroundings in which one exists
EPERGNE - ornamental centerpiece with stand supporting several individual dishes for displaying fruit or flowers
ERGONOMICS - scientific analysis of human beings and how we function, in conjunction, with a variety of equipment, products, methods and circumstances to improve our health, safety and welfare
ESCUTCHEON - protective plate installed behind door knobs or as a key hole cover
ÉTAGÈRE - tall, open shelving unit for displaying accessories
ETCH - design on metal, glass, etc. using wax or film created by revealing specific areas with a special needle or tool and applying an etching material for a frosted appearance
ETCHING - etched plate, drawing or design, i.e. etched glass
ETHNIC - pattern and style influenced by the culture of other regions
EQUIPMENT - building hardware, machinery and accessories, i.e. HVAC, refrigerator
EURO SHAMS - square pillow shams, typically 24" x 24" used in combination with other bed pillows
EXOTIC - unique dramatic elements native to another country
EXPOSED HINGE - visible hinge attached to a door and frame or two panels, i.e. piano hinge
EXTRUDED - materials forced through a machinery die to form a specific shape, i.e. synthetic fiber
EYEBROW ARCH - shallow arch resembling the shape of an eyebrow
EYELET - decorative embroidery; small holes created on fabric for cording or rings reinforced with a grommet

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