CultureAugust 13, 2026

massing

MASS-ing

Definition

The arrangement of the physical bulk, volume, and proportions of a building's structure within a space.

Etymology

The word stems from the Old French 'masse' and the Latin 'massa', meaning a lump or dough. It evolved in architecture to describe the solid form and volume of a structure.

In the news

In the article, the word refers to the architectural design of the new developments at the Sears site, specifically describing how the buildings' volumes are organized to fit the scale of the neighborhood.

What's Going on at the old Sears Site in Salt Lake City? Here's the Plan

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Building Salt Lake

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