architectural

adjective

ar·​chi·​tec·​tur·​al ˌär-kə-ˈtek-chə-rəl 

-ˈtek-shrəl

1

: of or relating to architecture : conforming to the rules of architecture

2

: having or conceived of as having a single unified overall design, form, or structure

architecturally adverb

Examples of architectural in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Upon first glance of the architectural marvel that is the magnificent indoor-outdoor lobby, my mouth gaped open; on every return visit since, it's done the same. —Emily Adler, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Apr. 2026

The architectural style spanned the decades from the mid-1940s into the early 1970s. —David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026

This art history lecture series about Art Deco, presented by architectural historian Diane Kane, kicks off Thursday and continues April 16, 23 and 30. —Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026

Peck added that this foyer, staying true to colonial architectural traditions, also has a beautiful open stairway to the second floor landing, which overlooks the entry, and offers easy access to the formal living room on one side and a study on the other. —James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1718, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for architectural

• conjectural
• prefectural