#11095. Traditional Russian dacha house with decorative facade in forest idyll

This country house is a magnificent example of traditional Russian dacha architecture with elements of Northern Art Nouveau. The two-story wooden structure is organically integrated into the surrounding pine forest, creating a harmonious image of a secluded woodland retreat.

The facade demonstrates a classic combination of rich brown color for the main structure with bright decorative elements. Particularly expressive are the red carved window frames and decorative eaves that contrast with the main wall color, creating traditional Russian architectural decor. The yellow elements of the veranda and balustrades add warmth and expressiveness to the house.

Structurally, the building combines several volumes: the main two-story body with a characteristic gabled roof and decorative pediment, as well as a side extension with a high pyramidal roof covered with metal sheets. A spacious veranda with yellow supports and an ornate balustrade wraps around part of the house, creating a transitional space between the interior and nature.

Among the notable facade details are the traditional colored glazing above the entrance, designed as a semicircular sandrik, elegant carvings on the pediment and under-roof elements, as well as contrasting window frame finishes. The metal roof with its characteristic silvery sheen adds visual lightness to the house, despite its impressive size.

When designing your own country house, you might consider several techniques from this example: using contrasting colors to highlight architectural details, adding traditional carved elements to provide individuality, combining differently shaped volumes to create an expressive silhouette, and integrating a spacious veranda as an intermediate space between the house and nature.