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Before us stands an expressive example of modern brutalist architecture embodied in the concrete facade of a multi-functional building. The facade presents a minimalist composition of monolithic reinforced concrete with a pronounced formwork texture. Special expressiveness is added by three vertical groups of window openings, organized in rhythmic columns, which create contrast with the massive concrete surfaces.
The architectural concept is built on the interplay between transparency and solidity. The first floor features spacious glass storefronts that visually lighten the massive structure and create an inviting atmosphere. The central entrance is emphasized by a staircase leading to the second level. The upper part of the building has small recesses forming a loggia-like or technical area.
Technical details of the facade include the characteristic points from formwork ties, which are not hidden but become part of the aesthetic. Lights integrated into the ceiling of the first floor create dramatic illumination and emphasize the architectural solutions during nighttime.
In private home construction, similar techniques can be adapted through the use of concrete panels with expressive textures, creating rhythmic vertical elements, and contrasting massive surfaces with transparent inserts. Even on smaller objects, the principle of material honesty works effectively, where structural elements are not concealed but become part of the aesthetic solution.