ArchitectureWeek - Puzzler Question #178

Quiz . 21 January 2004

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Architecture Puzzler #178

In a wood window assembly, the sill, stool, and apron are all at the bottom. What is the difference between these components?

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Dave Guadagni, AIA, is an architect with Robertson/Sherwood/Architects

Sixteenth century leaded-glass window in Lavenham, England.
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