An impressive concrete mass—A modernist house in Lithuania

An impressive concrete mass—A modernist house in Lithuania

Most people would say that concrete is robust and cold, but in the case of this Lithuanian building, it’s sofetened by vertical elements, large glass surfaces and huge, round-shaped openings.

The concrete building is in spectacular contrast with the surrounding houses, and this is exactly what makes it stand out from the urban environment and nature. Although at first glance, one might associate the house with inaccessible, possibly uncomfortable and oppressive bunkers, the floor-to-ceiling windows and open terraces are intended to refine this.

Source: Archdaily

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