House of the Architect
House of the Architect is defined by a clear modernist architectural language articulated through precise volumetric geometry and a restrained material expression that emphasizes form, proportion, and spatial clarity; the structure is composed as an interplay of intersecting rectilinear volumes, where strong horizontal lines and clean planes establish a composed, contemporary identity. Large glazed openings are integrated into the façade to dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior, allowing daylight to shape the spatial atmosphere while reinforcing a direct dialogue between the built form and its landscape.
Location:
Krute, Montenegro
City:
Ulcinj
Area:
250 m2
Client:
Aleksandar&Djina
Year:
2017
Status:
Exterior Design
The façade treatment is deliberately minimal, relying on smooth, monochromatic surfaces that highlight the purity of the architectural massing, while subtle recesses and projections introduce depth and shadow, enhancing the perception of scale and rhythm. The balance between solid and void is carefully calibrated, with transparent elements framed by robust planes to achieve both openness and privacy. The composition expresses a controlled architectural restraint, where every element serves a structural and spatial purpose rather than decorative intent, resulting in a contemporary residential typology that conveys precision, calm, and understated architectural confidence, with a strong emphasis on functional clarity, spatial continuity, and a timeless modern expression.
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Credits
Architecture:
A.D.A. Office
Project Lead:
Aleksandar Dabović
Visualisations:
Martin Dabović
Copyright:
A.D.A. Office
Concept Design: