- [Reacher] If you want something a bit more adventurous
than the cookie cutter homes of modern day suburbia,
then we have some options for you.
This is Reacher with Minds Eye Design
and here are 15 crazy homes you need to check out.
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Number 15:
Building a home around a tree isn't a new concept
but there's something about this first entry on the list
that makes it stand out
from all the others that have done so.
The tubular shaped structure
is designed to wrap around the entire tree,
enveloping the trunk and branches.
Metal columns support the floor-to-ceiling windows
with concrete and wooden flooring
separating the four levels of living space.
A spiral staircase allows access to every level
as well as adding to the effect of making the tree
the central focus of the tower.
The estimated price of $325,000
may seem a bit high to some people
but those 360 degree panoramic views
may just change your mind.
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Number 14:
The design of this contemporary home
is based on the pit dwellings
of early Japanese architecture.
The pyramid shape contains three levels
with the communal floor set about three feet
below ground level.
It's composed of a living room, dining area and kitchen
with windows running
corner to corner on all four sides.
The upper floors contain the bedrooms, bathroom
and office space.
Each level is connected by a staircase
that rises through an open center space in the floors.
The floor space adds up to a modest 1250 square feet.
The modern minimalist interiors
are a sharp contrast to the ominous black exterior
and its lack of windows.
Number 13:
If an architect from the future
designed the great pyramids of Egypt
this is probably what they would have looked like.
Not much is known about the structure
other than the basic details.
It was originally designed and built in 1982
for the architect's personal use.
The two-storey single family dwelling
has roughly 3600 square feet of living space
which includes four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms.
The home last sold in 1995 for $375,000.
It's currently valued at around $814,000.
I'm guessing this house is immune to depreciation.
Number 12:
This house is claimed to be the thinnest house in the world
measuring just four feet at its widest point.
The triangular shaped structure is a 150 square feet
in total area
and sits on stilts between two existing buildings
in a space roughly five feet wide.
The house is accessed underneath
using a retractable staircase that also serves
as part of the first level's floor when raised.
A bathroom, kitchen, dinette area and living room
make up the first floor.
A wall mannered ladder leads to the second floor
where the sleeping area and study are located.
There's also a third floor attic area for storage if needed.
Number 11:
This home looks like a big chunk of the death star
landed on earth after it exploded.
If you don't know what the death star is
then you can safely assume we aren't friends.
This isn't your run of the mill dome house though.
The designers intended it to look like an incomplete puzzle
with some of the areas scaled up and down
just enough to retain the original shape.
The floor plan has a bedroom, kitchen, cellar
and main living area
with the deck and gardens on either side.
The upper floor has three more bedrooms
and a secondary living area.
There's also a rainwater collection system
that provides water to the gardens.
Who knew the empire employed such devices?
Number 10:
This split-level home should be the blueprint
for all future silo projects
and it's all contained in a 340 square foot living space.
The owner took approximately 18 months
to complete the project
while designing all the furniture
and cabinetry from scratch.
A sliding door
opens up to a main floor that has the full kitchen,
a bathroom, dinette and living room.
A spiral staircase leads to a loft
that houses the bed and storage areas.
The skylight sits where the silo's oculus would normally be.
There's also a floor-to-ceiling window
that spans both floors
with the lower half serving as the main entrance door.
All of this adds more than enough natural light
to make anyone feel right at home.
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Number nine:
The owners of this three-storey home
were going for eco-friendly and self-sufficient
when they built it.
Not only did they build a cob house,
they took it one step further
and covered the house with a geodesic dome.
The dome does more than just
protect the house from the elements.
It also provides an area for gardening
that can be used throughout more of the year.
The airflow in the dome is maintained
using a system of underground pipes.
The constant temperature of the earth
ensures warm air in the winter and cool air in the summer.
Wenson windows in the house
allow air circulation through there as well.
It sounds like a lot of work to build this setup.
But just imagine just laying on that top deck,
watching a thunderstorm through the dome.
Number eight:
Not much is known about this little one-room house
but the story goes that back in 1968
a group of friends thought that a rock
in the middle of the river
would be an ideal place for building a house.
So that's exactly what they did.
The materials for the building had to be rowed to the rock.
Then everything was built by hand.
It's claimed that the tiny shelter
has withstood the rising tides of the river all these years
but you can see from the photos
that modifications have been made to the house
including a new roof and paint job.
Although it's accessible to anyone with a raft,
the home is actually private property
that is still used by one of the builders
for a vacation getaway.
Number seven:
Like most others on this list
there aren't many details available.
But what is known is that this business owner decided
he'd build a house on top of this factory
due to overcrowding
because
China.
The multi-room houses look nice and very well built
from the ground level.
They even mirror each other in their form
with balconies overlooking the city.
Unfortunately, the houses are going to be torn down
due to design issues and safety concerns
for the workers in the factory below.
Usually the boss can do whatever they want, right?
I guess not in China.
Number six:
It's not actually livable but this upside-down house
is definitely a piece of creative genius.
It looks as if it is balancing on the apex of the roof.
The car in the driveway
and the tree beside the porch are an added touch as well.
The house is open to visitors
and can be accessed by walking on the ceilings.
The living room has furniture,
a fireplace and even a Christmas tree.
The kitchen has plates of food on the dining table
and you can even go into the bathroom
and look up into the toilet bowl.
If you sneak up into
or should I say down into the attic,
you'll find an assortment of toys scattered everywhere.
Before you leave
just make sure to take some really cool photos
doing your best imitation of Spider-Man.
Number five:
Would you believe this is actually a real house
and not an oversized play place for kids?
The owner not only got approval for this
but was able to stay within building codes in the process.
The house looks like an oversized VW bug.
And though it looks crazy
it's actually very functional on the inside.
Aluminum spiral staircase
connects all three of the floor levels
which provide about 900 square feet of living space.
Large windows allow natural light and ventilation
which add to the energy efficiency of the home.
The owner spent a little over one million dollars
building this thing.
Then he turned around and built a restaurant
inspired by the house.
How's that for carchitecture?
Number four:
This house was built during the flying saucer craze
of the 60s and 70s for a reported $250,000.
The designer built it for his son on a place called,
check out this name,
Signal Mountain.
A retractable staircase
allows access to the 2000 square foot home.
In addition to the three bedrooms to two bathrooms,
the house has most of the original fixtures
and lots of retro furniture.
There's also a balcony
in case you need to make a quick escape
from that alien with that probing thingy.
Although a standout when it comes to quirkiness,
the house hasn't managed to retain its value.
It last sold for about half of its original cost in 2008.
Number three:
Don't let the name of this one fool you.
This entry isn't about architraaz
or that famous wrestler
who thought everybody could smell what he was cooking.
The official name is Rockland Ranch.
But it's referred to as The Rock
by the people living there.
It's actually a series of homes
that have been blasted and carved into a sandstone rock
near Moab, Utah.
The sub-terrainian caverns were created in the 70s.
Then modern homes were constructed inside
and over time have been furnished with amenities
such as electricity, running water, and internet access.
Currently, there are about a hundred people
still living there.
Number two:
This former water tower clocks in at almost a 100 feet high.
Around 2007,
it was renovated and turned into a single family home.
A total of seven levels are used in the home
that includes a two car garage, a guest room, an office,
a bedroom with a domed ceiling, a living room, kitchen,
dining area and a bathroom with a 15 foot high shower.
There's also a steel bridge on the fifth level
that leads to a terrace with 360 degree panoramic view
and an outdoor shower.
And yes,
if I lived here,
I would go on the roof and throw water balloons
at passerby on a daily basis.
Have you found your future home yet?
If not,
this last entry on the list might be the one.
Don't forget to comment after the video
and let us know what you thought
of these off the wall choices.
Number one:
This 914 square foot house
has a spacious interior composed of 21 floor plates
arranged at various heights.
They're attached to a wide steel-framed structure
with glass walls and a glass ceiling
as well as areas that are open to the outside.
Although minimalist in design,
there is a lot of furniture
due to every level having a purpose.
Moving from one area to another is easy
due to the intuitive nature of the design
as well as stairs that are incorporated
into some of the floors.
The lack of walls
is supposed to make it easier to connect
with the other inhabitants, promoting co-existence.
So if you think you've got nothing to hide,
then try spending a few days in this one.
You might just change your mind.
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