Contemporary, at the same time grey/red

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Dynamic façade with contrasting materials: a play of roof geometry and textures

#17239. Dynamic façade with contrasting materials: a play of roof geometry and textures

What we see is an expressive example of contemporary architecture where the roof geometry becomes the main compositional accent of the façade. The building is characterized by a dynamic combination of materials: light brick masonry at the base provides tectonic stability, while the metal roof panels create a dramatic zigzag silhouette that seemingly floats above the structure.

Special expressiveness to the façade design is added by the contrasting use of warm wooden inserts that effectively stand out against the neutral palette of the main surfaces. Large panoramic glazing makes the boundary between internal and external space visually permeable, providing abundant natural lighting to the interior.

The façade demonstrates mastery in organizing volumes — angular, dynamic roof lines create an expressive silhouette against the cloudy sky while maintaining the human scale of the building. It's worth noting the successful combination of brutal brick texture with glossy surfaces of metal and glass — such an approach can be used when designing modern individual housing to give the building character and expressiveness.

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