kinetic architecture

noun

A form of architecture where buildings are designed to allow parts of the structure to move, without reducing their overall integrity.

Meanings

nounkinetic architecture (uncountable)
  1. uncountablearchitectureA form of architecture where buildings are designed to allow parts of the structure to move, without reducing their overall integrity.
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