The image showcases an expressive example of decorative facade design featuring sgraffito technique – a method of creating silhouette images by scratching through the top layer of plaster to reveal a differently colored underlayer. In the central part of the facade, above the entrance door, there is a composition of five brown deer silhouettes against a light-colored textured plaster background.
The architectural solution is characterized by laconic design and well-thought-out proportions. The deer composition is harmoniously integrated into the space between two small second-floor windows with dark blue frames. Below the deer imagery, there is a protruding cornice creating an interesting play of light and shadow on the facade, adding volume to the entire composition. The house number (No. 5) is placed to the right of the entrance door.
The plaster texture has a grainy structure that creates additional expressiveness under natural lighting. Such facade design demonstrates how decorative elements can become the main accent of an architectural solution even with relatively simple building geometry.
When designing your own house, a similar approach with silhouette images can be an excellent way to individualize the facade without significant expenses. Sgraffito allows creating durable images that don't fade over time, unlike paintings. It's important to carefully select the scale of the image in relation to the facade proportions and choose a theme that will correspond to the overall style of the building and its surrounding environment.