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Minimalist facade with contrast of concrete and glass on panoramic terrace

#11648. Minimalist facade with contrast of concrete and glass on panoramic terrace

This is an impressive example of modern architecture situated on an elevated position with a magnificent view of the cityscape. The building is a striking specimen of a minimalist approach with elements of brutalism, where the main focus is placed on the contrast of materials and transparency.

The facade presents an interesting composition of two main elements: a monolithic concrete roof structure shaped in the form of a traditional gabled house, and a large glass wall that creates the impression of the building floating over the surrounding landscape. The concrete roof with its clean geometric lines becomes a distinctive frame for the glass facade, which occupies almost the entire visible wall of the building.

Particularly notable is the use of contrasting materials: the cold grey concrete of the roof juxtaposed against warm wooden inserts and transparent glass. The wooden element in the center of the glass wall acts as an accent and visually softens the transition between interior and exterior spaces. The large-format glazing not only saturates the interior with natural light but also creates a continuous connection with the surrounding landscape, offering a panoramic view of the city below.

The architectural composition is complemented by a spacious terrace with minimalist railings, which serves as a natural extension of the living space. The white stone tiles of the terrace and gravel paths create a neutral background, emphasizing the bold lines of the building.

For an ordinary homeowner, such a facade may seem complex to implement, but some techniques are quite applicable: the contrasting combination of materials (concrete, glass, wood), the use of large windows for connection with nature, creating a visually light structure through glass surfaces, and applying the traditional roof form in a modern interpretation. Even on a smaller scale, these solutions can give individuality and a contemporary look to a private home.

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