un cuerpo principal, de memoria clásica.

English translation: a main section reminiscent of classical architecture

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Spanish term or phrase:un cuerpo principal, de memoria clásica
English translation:a main section reminiscent of classical architecture
Entered by: Nikki Graham

22:52 Aug 15, 2006
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Spanish term or phrase: un cuerpo principal, de memoria clásica.
El volumen principal de este inmueble corporativo consta de un pórtico con basamento acristalado y un cuerpo principal, de memoria clásica.

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Adam Burman
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a main section reminiscent of classical architecture
Explanation:
The cuerpo here is a part, i.e. a section of the pórtico
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Nikki Graham
United Kingdom
Local time: 17:31
Grading comment
Very nice. Thanks again Nikki!
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Summary of answers provided
4 +1a main section reminiscent of classical architecture
Nikki Graham
4main classical style structure
Maria Baquero
4a mean structure with classic style.
M. Ángeles López Rodríguez
3a classically inspired form
Denise DeVries


  

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a classically inspired form


Explanation:
or structure

Denise DeVries
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main classical style structure


Explanation:
Sherman Hill NeighborhoodIncorporates Italianate style. Gothic Revival architecture ... at the top of the facade of a classical style structure; also used over windows and doors. ...
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Architectural Styles in Sherman Hill Neighborhood | Des Moines ...Pediment: The gable form at the top of the facade of a classical style structure; also used over windows and doors. Pilaster: A flat, rectangular partial ...
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Maria Baquero
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a mean structure with classic style.


Explanation:
se puede acercar

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a main section reminiscent of classical architecture


Explanation:
The cuerpo here is a part, i.e. a section of the pórtico

Nikki Graham
United Kingdom
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Very nice. Thanks again Nikki!

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agree  Joaquim Siles-Borràs: This option sounds much better.
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