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Modern country house with a contrasting facade of wood, glass, and siding in an autumn forest

#13625. Modern country house with a contrasting facade of wood, glass, and siding in an autumn forest

This elegant modern house appears organically integrated into the autumn forest landscape. The facade represents a masterful combination of various materials and textures that create visual interest and architectural depth. The main volume is finished with light gray siding, providing a neutral background for contrasting elements.

The facade design is particularly notable for its structural wooden columns and beams in a warm honey shade, which effectively contrast with the gray surfaces and create a visual rhythm throughout the exterior. These wooden elements not only serve a structural function but also act as a key decorative technique, bringing warmth and natural texture.

The left wing of the building is distinguished by a dark gray, almost graphite volume, creating an architectural accent and giving the composition an asymmetrical balance. The stone masonry at the base of the house provides a visual "grounding" of the structure and a smooth transition to the landscape.

Large panoramic windows ensure abundant natural lighting of internal spaces and a visual connection with the surrounding nature. The second floor is especially striking with its spacious terrace, enclosed by glass panels with metal handrails, creating a sense of lightness and openness without obstructing the view.

The facade design employs principles of contrast (light/dark, horizontal/vertical) and tectonics (clear articulation of bearing and non-bearing elements). A similar approach can be applied when designing your own home to achieve expressiveness without excessive decoration. The combination of several materials (in this case - wood, metal, stone, and modern siding) allows for creating a multi-layered, visually rich facade.

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