Élégance Internationale
An incredibly lifelike, richly detailed, photorealistic exterior architectural photograph of a modern institutional complex, possibly a university or government building, set within a moderate urban environment. The scene is illuminated by soft coastal daylight, casting gentle, natural sun shadows that avoid harsh contrasts and create a clean, functional atmosphere. Captured with a wide-angle lens, emphasizing sleek international architectural lines, the rendering highlights the building's primary mass clad in CIDCO cement grey and light warm grey coastal concrete, projecting an image of official durability. Neutral modern greys define the secondary facades and window frames, complementing the understated CIDCO aesthetic. Sparingly used, Indian hardwood tones of warm teak brown and weathered timber accent the pergola structure, providing an earthy, culturally appropriate touch. The climate-responsive screens and louvers exhibit a matte bronze, Corten-inspired finish, common in modern government architecture. Glazing in neutral coastal glass reflects the soft blue-grey of the sky, looking realistic under Navi Mumbai's daylight. Lush, low-maintenance lawn green and shrub green adorn the landscape, with planter soil brown suggesting local planting styles. CIDCO-style paving in plaza grey and pathway concrete elements intersperse the scene, reinforcing the functional, civic character. A subtle atmospheric haze lends depth and realism to the composition, highlighting the interplay between the structure and its environment.
