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Coastal Minimalism: Contemporary Facade with Angular Roof Lines and Natural Landscape Integration

#13233. Coastal Minimalism: Contemporary Facade with Angular Roof Lines and Natural Landscape Integration

This contemporary lakeside house represents a striking example of Scandinavian minimalism, organically integrated into the natural landscape. The facade features clean geometric shapes with angular roof lines creating a dynamic silhouette. The main volume is finished in light wood with vertical texture, emphasizing its connection with the surrounding nature while simultaneously making the structure stand out against the backdrop of coniferous forest.

Particularly noteworthy is the facade design with its asymmetrical roof slopes and contrasting combination of large glass surfaces with wooden cladding. The architect masterfully used glass to create visual lightness of the structure, allowing the interior to connect with the external environment. The retaining wall made of natural stone in earthy tones creates a transition between architecture and natural terrain, simultaneously forming a terrace in front of the house.

The lower level of the house is partially embedded into the terrain, which reduces the visual impact of the building and helps it literally grow out of the rocky shore. A small building on the right, executed in the same style, harmoniously complements the main volume without overwhelming the composition. The wooden deck extending to the water becomes a natural continuation of the living space and creates an additional relaxation area with direct access to the water.

In this approach to designing a facade for one's own home, several valuable ideas can be gleaned: the use of natural materials in finishing, adapting the building's form to the landscape features, creating a visual connection between interior and exterior through large glazed surfaces, and the moderate use of contrasts to create visual interest.

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