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The "Oslo" building represents an excellent example of contemporary urban architecture, where minimalist and functional design harmoniously integrates with the urban environment. The façade demonstrates a clear division into two contrasting parts — extensive glazing on the left and rhythmic horizontal cladding on the right, creating a louvered effect.
The façade solutions are executed with ultimate laconicism: the white color of the main volume emphasizes the purity of lines and geometric strictness of the construction. The floor-to-ceiling panoramic glazing deserves special attention, as it not only provides maximum natural lighting to the interior spaces but also creates an impression of lightness, visually alleviating the massiveness of the structure.
The lower level of the façade is clad with dark panels, creating a visual contrast with the upper floors and balancing the composition. The entrance is highlighted with minimalist double doors and modest "OSLO 1734" signage. The façade composition is complemented by thoughtfully designed landscaping — young trees and low shrubs that soften the strictness of the architectural solution.
In designing your own home, you could adopt techniques such as contrasting material combinations (glass and opaque panels), using horizontal louvers to create privacy while maintaining natural lighting, and clear functional zoning of the façade. This approach allows for creating a modern yet not ostentatious building that would stand out against more traditional development.