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Facade
/fəˈsɑːd/
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Definition
The primary exterior face of a building, usually the front-facing elevation that addresses a street or public space. The facade is the building's public identity — it communicates programme, status, and style. It is not always the most structurally important face, but it is typically the most carefully designed.
Example
The Sydney Opera House's shell-like roof forms are its most recognised facade, though the building faces Bennelong Point from all sides.