Modern Mansion

For me, beauty lies in simplicity and reduction. This project is an attempt to reinterpret the old theme of the mansion and adjust it to contemporary aesthetical and functional needs. Design's ambition was to create a house that, while being luxurious, visually pleasing, and great to live in, will be also devoid of all the things that are unnecessary. House is not trying to follow passing fashion but rather strives to create a clear and solid presence in the landscape by using very simple means. Externally the mansion has an appearance of a simple, white, stone block, perforated by big openings. House has a solid, robust presence emphasizing ambition to create a lasting, durable piece of architecture. This aspiration is also visible in the choice of materials - all facades are clad with big panels of white marble. More private parts of the building (i.e. swimming pool) are covered only with thin panels of this material - its translucency enables sun penetration while securing privacy.