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Traditional facade with wooden louvered shutters and diamond-patterned lattice

#1809. Traditional facade with wooden louvered shutters and diamond-patterned lattice

The photograph shows a traditional architectural element — a window with wooden louvered shutters (shutter blinds) in a brown shade. The window opening is designed in a characteristic Mediterranean or possibly Latin American style. The shutters have horizontal slats providing adjustable ventilation and protection from the sun.

Of particular interest is the lower part of the window opening, where a decorative lattice made of white stone or concrete with a pattern of diamond-shaped openings is located. This element serves both as a decoration for the facade and as a functional solution for additional ventilation. Such lattices are typical for traditional architecture in warm climates, where it is necessary to ensure air circulation.

The building's facade is executed in light sandy tones, which emphasizes the colonial or Mediterranean character of the architecture. The window niche has a soft rounding in the upper part, creating a smooth transition between the window opening and the wall. This detail gives the facade softness and elegance, softening the geometric lines.

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