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Two-level facade with arched terrace: combining brick, wood, and stone

#14782. Two-level facade with arched terrace: combining brick, wood, and stone

This elegant facade presents a beautiful example of harmonious combination of various architectural elements. The two-level structure combines the brickwork of the upper floor with graceful arched elements of the lower level. Particularly expressive is the second-floor terrace with wooden railings and metal balusters, creating a warm contrast with the stone foundation of the house.

The arched structure of the first level demonstrates classical proportions and is finished in light tones, which visually lightens the massiveness of the building. The stone paved area with an irregular pattern creates an organic transition to the landscape and emphasizes the natural quality of the overall composition. Textural contrasts between smooth columns, rough brick, and warm wooden railings form a multi-layered architectural facade composition that appears simultaneously solid and cozy.

To create a similar effect in your own home, it's worth paying attention to the significance of mixing materials and textures, as well as the role of transitional spaces, such as the covered terrace, which blur the boundary between interior and exterior space. Color accents in the form of plants in containers add life and freshness to the overall composition, demonstrating how facade design can be enhanced by properly selected landscaping elements.

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