Victorian/Eclecticism, at the same time white/motley

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Two-tone urban house with a contrasting facade of herringbone brickwork and white plaster

#12963. Two-tone urban house with a contrasting facade of herringbone brickwork and white plaster

We are looking at a striking example of modern urban architecture where the contrast of materials and forms creates a dynamic and expressive image. This three-story building presents an interesting combination of white minimalist surfaces on the upper level with warm herringbone brickwork on the middle tier.

The facade features clear zoning: the ground floor with the entrance area is designed in a restrained manner with lattice elements, creating a semi-transparent boundary between private and public space. The middle level stands out with the rich texture of brick masonry in a characteristic herringbone pattern, adding warmth and tactility to the building. The arched window at this level introduces an element of classical architecture, softening the geometric rigor of the overall composition.

The upper tier, executed in white, visually lightens the mass of the building and creates a sense of floating above the base. Small slit windows provide natural lighting while maintaining the privacy of interior spaces. Particularly noteworthy is the integration of greenery into the architecture — a small arched niche on the upper level serves as a mini-garden, adding a living element to the overall composition.

In modern private construction, similar techniques can be adapted to create an expressive facade: contrasting combination of materials (smooth plaster with textural masonry), use of traditional masonry patterns in a contemporary context, integration of green zones into architectural niches, as well as playing with window shapes to create rhythm and accents on the facade.

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