foursquare
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈfɔɹsˈkwɛɹ// UK //fˈɔːskweə// foursquare
n. a building or room that is shaped like a square or a rectangle. It is often used to describe the basic, simple layout of a house.
n. a building or room with a square or rectangular plan. Often used in architectural contexts to describe the fundamental footprint of a structure.
The old farmhouse is a simple foursquare.
The architect designed the new library as a foursquare to maximize the floor space for the reading room.
While modern designs often favor asymmetry, the foursquare remains a popular choice for those seeking a traditional, grounded aesthetic in residential architecture.
From Middle English foure square; equivalent to four + square.