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This modern house exemplifies exceptional minimalist architecture, where the immaculate white façade becomes the main protagonist. The building's composition relies on the contrast of clean geometric volumes — the upper cantilevered block boldly extends over the lower level, creating a dynamic silhouette against the cloudless sky. The textural contrast between the smooth white surfaces of the upper volume and the textured stone masonry on the lower level adds visual depth to the building.
The entrance deserves special attention with its laconic solution — stepped concrete platforms that flow smoothly toward the entrance, framed by wooden elements. This is a rare warm touch in an otherwise restrained color palette. The façade is almost devoid of decorative elements, focusing instead on the expressiveness of form and the play of light and shadow, which is a key technique in contemporary high-end façade design.
The glass surfaces of the first floor create an effect of lightness at the building's foundation, while strategically placed openings on the upper level introduce asymmetry to an otherwise strict geometry. The entire composition is complemented by minimalist landscape design with precise plantings of ornamental grasses that emphasize the modern character of the architecture.
When designing your own home, you can adopt techniques such as contrasting textures of façade materials, cantilevered projecting volumes, and restrained color schemes. Playing with proportions and light can transform even a simple geometric form into an expressive architectural object.