STAR ARMY

Sci-fi roleplaying and worldbuilding community

User Tools

Site Tools


faction:hidden_sun_clan:architecture

Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

Link to this comparison view

Both sides previous revisionPrevious revision
Next revision
Previous revision
hidden_sun_clan:architecture [2012/11/18 06:07] nashobafaction:hidden_sun_clan:architecture [2024/03/07 20:41] (current) – Updated, clarified wording, fixed nesting problems, added artist source (Nashoba) hollander
Line 1: Line 1:
 ====== Ruohu-jyaoni (Architecture) ====== ====== Ruohu-jyaoni (Architecture) ======
-:!**WIP (SA):** This page's contents are a work in progress by the [[user:nashoba|Site Admin]] and cannot yet be used in the RP|+Ruohu-jyaoni or //building laws// list the various aspects and styles of construction used by the [[faction:hidden_sun_clan]] for their structures. Their design aesthetic is traditional and has remained largely unchanged for many centuries, though new materials and techniques of construction have been adopted and advanced. The [[faction:hidden_sun_clan:clan_people]] of the [[faction:hidden_sun_clan:homeworld]] lived in warm climes, so their structures were made to accommodate that
  
-Ruohu-jyaoni or //building laws// list the various aspects and style of construction used by the [[:hidden_sun_clan]] for their structures. Their design aesthetic comes from the earlier days and has only changed by materials and techniquesThe [[species:qaktoro]] lived in warm climesso their structures were made to accommodate that+===== Room Design ===== 
 +The structures tend to have high vaulted ceilingsRooms are generally spacious and open floor plans are common. Structures tend to be octagonal and most residences are single levelSometimes, in larger residencesa second level can be found. In other cases, multiple structures can be attached either physically or by a covered walkway.
  
-The structures tend to have high vaulted ceilings. Rooms are generally spacious and open floor plans are commonStructures tend to be octagonal and most residences are single level. Sometimes in larger residences a second level can be found. In other cases multiple structures can be attached either physically or by a covered walkway.+===== Windows and Doors ===== 
 +Windows are large, circular, and screenedWindows are made of material that can be polarized to become translucent for privacy.
  
-==== Windows and doors ==== +Exterior doors are usually round, hinged on both sides, and split down the center, opening inward or outward from the middleTraditionally, they are made of wood and decorated with the [[faction:hidden_sun_clan:family]] [[faction:hidden_sun_clan:heraldry]]. Some families have adopted hexagonal split doors.
-Windows are largecircular and screenedThe window panes open in the same manner as a camera lens.+
  
-Exterior doors are round hinged on both sides and split down the center.  
 ==== Roofs ==== ==== Roofs ====
-Roofs are sloped, and typically are slate tilesor simulated slate. Some are extended to create a wrap around porch and are supported by poles or columns. +Roofs are sloped, and typically are made of slate tiles or simulated slate. Some are extended to create a wrap around porch and are supported by poles or columns. Some structures will have skylights to help with interior lighting.
  
 ==== Walls ==== ==== Walls ====
-The inside walls can be paneledor covered in wall coveringsfabric or wallpaper depending on taste.+The interior walls can be paneled or covered in wall coverings such as fabric or wallpaperdepending on taste.
  
-Exterior walls are sometimes paneled in wood, or brickor stone. They prefer to have a natural looking surface.+Exterior walls are sometimes paneled in wood, brick or stone. Most Poku'vonai prefer to have a natural looking surface.
  
 ==== Lighting ==== ==== Lighting ====
-Natural lighting is the preferred type. Most exterior rooms have one or more windows, and skylights are common for all rooms.+Natural lighting is the preferred means of lighting a living space. Most exterior rooms have one or more windows, and skylights are common for all rooms. Lighting sources are sometimes recessed in the ceiling. Standing lamps are common for nighttime light. 
 + 
 +==== Ceilings ==== 
 +Vaulted ceilings are often painted to depict the sky. Fans are often mounted on ceilings to keep air circulating. 
 + 
 +===== Images ===== 
 +{{faction:hidden_sun_clan:structure_above.png?|Sample}} 
 + 
 +{{faction:hidden_sun_clan:structure_side.png?|Sample}} 
 + 
 +===== OOC Information ===== 
 +  * Artwork by [[members:nashoba]].

faction/hidden_sun_clan/architecture.1353247631.txt.gz · Last modified: 2023/12/20 21:25 (external edit)