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CHARACTER OF FRENCH FACADES

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FACADES

FACADES

There is a subtlety in which the French portray their facades. They exhibit clarity in form and structure and do not hesitate to highlight the elements within the façade..

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They do not hide their services in ducts but rather systematically place it on the front façade.. The vertical pipelines helps to break down the elongated mass and thus are essential in the overall composition.

The continuous yet proportionate change in the façade allows a play in the elevation and gives a uniform character to the street

Lifestyle Through The Eyes Of Facades

The façade can not only tell about the kind of architecture existing within the culture but also can reveal the way people lead their lives. means to display their lifestyle

The French people lead a life where the street is a part of their homes and is a quality which they are proud to portray. Hence when you look at the facades we the facades having a dialogue with the street in front.

The arts in particular the drama and the paintings play a major role in terms of entertainment for the French community. The facades speak for themselves when these paintings become part of them.

The simplicity and clarity of elements in the façade truly displays their own character and does exhibit a wonderful composition.

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