concept   courtyard

13 commonsense assertions
Cultures (13) Eastern architecture (1) Northern European countries (1) China (1) North America (1) traditional Islamic architecture (1) United States (1) Ancient China (1) Canada (1) European architecture (1) Global (1) South Asian countries (1) Spain (1) Sweden (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 courtyard Eastern architecture Courtyards are central to traditional homes in China, Japan, and the Middle East as part of their Eastern architecture. 10
2 courtyard Northern European countries Courtyards are less common in traditional Northern European architecture, with a focus on gardens and institutional spaces. 8
3 courtyard China Traditional Chinese architecture incorporates courtyards for privacy and communal gathering. 4
4 courtyard North America Courtyards in North American culture are less common in residential buildings and are typically found in institutional or commercial spaces. 3
5 courtyard traditional Islamic architecture Courtyards are essential for communal gatherings and ventilation in traditional Islamic architecture. 3
6 courtyard United States In the United States, courtyards are used for outdoor entertainment and formal entrances. 2
7 courtyard Ancient China Courtyards were a central feature of Ancient Chinese residential architecture, serving as a space for ventilation, light, and socializing. 1
8 courtyard Canada Courtyards are less common in Canadian and Swedish homes due to the cold climate and the prioritization of enclosed spaces and insulation for warmth. 1
9 courtyard European architecture Traditional European architecture features fewer courtyards due to the colder climates. 1
10 courtyard Global Courtyards are open spaces within a building with direct access to the outdoors, and are found globally. 1
11 courtyard South Asian countries Courtyards are a common architectural feature in South Asian countries and are frequently used for social gatherings, ceremonies, and as a cooling space. 1
12 courtyard Spain Courtyards are common in Chinese and Spanish homes, serving as central gathering spaces for family and friends. 1
13 courtyard Sweden In Sweden and Canada, courtyards are less common due to the cold climate and a focus on enclosed spaces for warmth. 1