Texture plays an important role in contemporary facade design as it can visually enhance or manipulate the appearance of the building's exterior surface. It can be used to create depth, contrast, and visual interest, and can also help to mask imperfections or flaws in the building materials.
One of the main ways texture impacts contemporary facade design is through the use of different building materials. For example, a facade that combines rough and smooth textures, such as concrete and glass, can create a striking visual contrast that adds character and depth to the building.
Texture can also be used to create a sense of movement or dynamism, particularly in facades that are designed to be viewed from multiple angles. By incorporating materials with varying texture and patterns, architects can create a facade that appears to shift and change as the viewer moves around the building.
Finally, texture can be used to evoke a particular aesthetic or concept, such as the rough, weathered textures of industrial architecture or the sleek, smooth surfaces of modernist design. By manipulating texture, architects can create buildings that are not just visually striking but also imbued with meaning and symbolism.
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