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Traditional Bavarian Facade: White Plaster, Wooden Details and Carved Balconies

#3830. Traditional Bavarian Facade: White Plaster, Wooden Details and Carved Balconies

The photograph showcases a classic Alpine house in the Bavarian style. The building features a composition characteristic of Southern German and Austrian architecture with white plastered walls and dark brown wooden trim on the upper floor and roof. The facade of this three-story structure is strictly symmetrical and demonstrates traditional elements of Alpine architecture.

The ground floor is constructed of plastered stone painted white, creating a contrast with the wooden elements. Here we find the entrance door with a small porch and wooden windows with green shutters. Particular attention is drawn to the wooden bay window with large panes on the right side of the facade—a characteristic element for hotels and restaurants in this region.

The second floor is adorned with a spacious balcony featuring traditional carved wooden balusters and railings. The balcony wraps around almost the entire front of the house, emphasizing its horizontal articulation. The windows are also framed with green shutters, which serve not only as decorative elements but also as functional protection against sun and cold.

The top floor, situated under the pointed roof, is made entirely of wood, with characteristic carvings and a small balcony. The massive gabled roof with extensive eaves is designed to protect against heavy snowfall typical of the Alpine region.

The building apparently functions as a hotel or restaurant, as indicated by the sign on the facade. The architecture of the structure is an excellent example of regional identity in architecture, where form and materials are closely tied to local climatic conditions and cultural traditions.

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