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A round stone tower with a spiral stair

This small round tower uses its cylindrical shape as the organizing feature of the entire composition. Warm-toned stone blocks wrap around the exterior, while tall windows and a narrow balcony follow the curve of the upper level. A black metal stair winds upward along the right side, its open railing making the spiral easy to read against the stone. The vertical movement of the stair contrasts with the horizontal bands of masonry and the circular platform at the base. An open doorway reveals a bed inside the lower level, while the upper windows offer glimpses into another room. In front, a small circular pool sits within a pale paved deck whose curved joints echo the tower’s footprint. The surrounding trees and grassy field keep the building visually distinct without crowding the frame. Rather than relying on a large footprint, the structure combines a compact circular plan with a sequence of visible levels. The stair and balcony make that vertical arrangement the defining feature.

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