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brise-soleil [ˌbriːzsəʊˈleɪ] n (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) a structure used in hot climates to protect a window from the sun, usually consisting of horizontal or vertical strips of wood, concrete, etc. [French: break-sun, from briser to break + soleil sun] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The roof cavity and heat chimney also provide climate control, and aluminium brise-soleil can be adjusted to deflect sun and rain. ; 414-727-5555) boasts great American cuisine and a to-die-for location on Lake Michigan, says Thomas of the eatery, housed right near the Milwaukee Art Museum's famed Burke brise-soleil sun screen. like brise-soleil by Santiago Calatrava- is, however, Ando's handling of concrete throughout. |
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