Fenestraale
Fenestraale is a term used in architectural theory to describe a class of window-like openings designed to blur the boundary between interior and exterior spaces. Etymology: derived from fenestra (window in Latin) and a suffix denoting a category.
Usage: not widely standardized; appears in design essays and speculative architecture discussions as a way to
Characteristics: openings that prioritize daylight, air exchange, and perceptual continuity; shapes may be rectangular, circular, or
Contexts: used in academic discussions, concept projects, and design fiction; sometimes featured in gallery installations that
Examples: while not widely implemented in real buildings, fenestraale concepts appear in diagrams and speculative proposals
Related terms include fenestration, fenestra, and lightwell.