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This modern residential building is a striking example of brutalism and minimalism in architecture. The facade is made of light-colored monolithic concrete, creating an effect of both massiveness and airiness thanks to the overhanging volumes. The composition of the building is based on the interplay of geometric forms — rectangular blocks of different sizes that seem to float over one another, creating a dynamic silhouette.
The facade is characterized by strict horizontal articulation with narrow window openings that emphasize the monumentality of the structure. Particularly expressive are the cantilevered projections of the upper floors, which create an interesting play of light and shadow on the building's surface. The minimalism of the facade is underscored by the absence of decorative elements — architectural expressiveness is achieved exclusively through structural solutions.
The first floor is partially elevated on columns, visually lightening the massive structure and creating the sensation that the house is hovering above the ground. Glass inserts on the facade provide natural lighting to the interior spaces while maintaining the overall monolithic composition.
For private construction, one could borrow techniques such as: using contrasting geometric volumes, creating cantilevered projections for a dynamic silhouette, minimalist facade design with emphasis on material texture, horizontal window openings to enhance the contemporary appearance, and partial elevation of the structure on supports to visually lighten the building's mass.