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This is a magnificent example of Art Nouveau architecture, featuring an exquisite facade with characteristic curvilinear forms. The building showcases exceptionally rich decorative features crafted in light-colored stone. The upper part of the facade is crowned with a semicircular pediment with the flowing, fluid line typical of Art Nouveau. At the top of the pediment, there is a small decorative element that completes the composition.
Particularly noteworthy are the stained-glass arched windows, framed by decorative columns with richly ornamented capitals. The columns are adorned with relief plant motifs, which is a typical technique of the Art Nouveau style. The second floor is separated from the lower one by an elegant arch, under which there is a graceful balcony with an intricate metal railing featuring geometric patterns.
The windows of the lower tier also have an arched shape, creating a visual rhyme with the upper floor and giving the facade cohesiveness. The abundance of glass in the window openings demonstrates the Art Nouveau architects' desire to provide interior spaces with natural light.
When designing a modern facade, one can draw inspiration from such historical examples, borrowing elements of symmetry, the use of curvilinear forms, contrast of materials (stone and glass), as well as the principle of expressive surface plasticity. Modern technologies allow recreating similar aesthetics using new materials while preserving the spirit of the original style.