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With its minimalist interiors and an ‘exoskeleton formed out of shipping containers’ – this structure demands attention, and you can find it in California’s most famous desert There’s nothing conventional about Starburst House. This 2,000sq ft architectural masterpiece, nestled in a rocky mountainside in Joshua Tree National Park, is famous for its startling ‘exoskeleton formed out of white shipping containers’ – in stark juxtaposition to the sandy landscape. The three ensuite bedroom home was listed for sale in 2020 for $3.5 million… and yet, unlike many of the world’s best homes that we write about, Starburst House has yet to be built.…

Carson Reid, 32, and Jeff Singer, 31, met working at Amazon and shared an interest in “van life.” In 2020, they turned their first van into a rolling vacation home that they now rent for $350 a night. Their company, Noma Vans, now has a fleet of six and has grown its earnings 433% since 2021. Carson Reid, 32, and Jeff Singer, 31, met working as technical product managers at Amazon. As tiny homes and “van life” became popular topics in 2020, Reid and Singer decided to quit their jobs and try their hand at the trend. Reid and Singer…

Arctic Hideaway, located in northern Norway, was created by composer Håvard Lund. The village has all the functions of a normal home but is split into multiple structures. Guests at the Airbnb can see wildlife like birds and otters, and a view of the Northern Lights. For you: Insider Today newsletter — the day’s most fascinating stories.Email addressBy clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Håvard Lund, the owner of an “arctic hideaway” in Gildeskål, Nordland, Norway, never intended to put his village  — which…

Arctic Hideaway, located in northern Norway, was created by composer Håvard Lund. The village has all the functions of a normal home but is split into multiple structures. Guests at the Airbnb can see wildlife like birds and otters, and a view of the Northern Lights. For you: Insider Today newsletter — the day’s most fascinating stories.Email addressBy clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Håvard Lund, the owner of an “arctic hideaway” in Gildeskål, Nordland, Norway, never intended to put his village  — which…

From the paving to the walls, give your patio a makeover with these inspirational and budget-friendly looks The power of paint is often overlooked when planning a patio update – but it shouldn’t be. Nowadays, durable formulas that are suited for outdoor use come in a wide range of gorgeous shades; so whether you’re after bold monochromes, soft pastels, or vibrant splashes of jewel-like shades, it’s easy to choose a hue that suits your scheme. Paint can be used to transform lackluster patio pavers or poured concrete, making them look much more stylish and expensive, without having to splash out…

Nature does fast-growing ground cover plants very well. Look at any large area of woodland, rainforest, open country or dry terrain and you will see colonies of plants at your feet. They often form large spreading groups and look amazing growing en masse, greening up the bare soil. In the home garden, using ground cover plants is often seen as a practical solution for managing weeds and preventing soil erosion in larger areas. But it’s also an essential design tool that will lend your garden a soft, natural beauty. By using low, fast-growing plants, you can create a visual thread in your planting…

The Instagram account ‘Built By Humans’ showcases stunning structures from around the world, both ancient and modern, and celebrates the ingenuity and creativity behind them. From intricate temples and monuments to towering skyscrapers, ‘Built By Humans’ is a feast for the eyes. However, according to its description, this fun little online project also features emerging architects and designers who are trying to make a name for themselves by pushing the boundaries of the craft. This way, the account retains the balance between traditional designs and the latest trends and innovations in the field. Below you will find our favorite posts…

Cửa hàng tổng hợp mà Rod Roddy và Lisa Cinnater đã mua với giá 55.000 USD. que roddy Năm 2018, Rod Roddy và Lisa Cinnater đã mua một cửa hàng tổng hợp cũ ở Louisiana với giá 55.000 USD. Cặp đôi này đã giữ lại rất nhiều đồ đạc của cửa hàng, bao gồm máy tính tiền và một số giá đỡ nguyên bản. Roddy đã phá vỡ quá trình cải tạo khó khăn và lý do tại sao cuối cùng họ đã sẵn sàng bán cho một người mua may mắn. Dành cho bạn: Bản tin Insider Today — những…

Erin Mills’ Malibu home — located in one of the most expensive mobile-home parks in the US — cost a relatively cheap $495,000 to build. Dvele Erin Mills, 46, and her partner Barclay, 48, live in Point Dume Club, a ritzy Malibu trailer park. After a fire destroyed their first house there, they rebuilt using a prefab, or factory-built, home. It cost just $495,000, a fraction of their neighbors’ million-dollar homes. Take a look inside. Erin Mills, 46, and her partner Barclay, 48, live in a Malibu trailer park called Point Dume Club. It’s one of the most expensive mobile-home communities…

Block prying eyes while upping curb appeal with these inspiring looks Our front yards set the scene for the rest of our homes – after all, first impressions count. But, not only can they add curb appeal, they can also be a means to create privacy, allowing your plot to feel less exposed to passers-by. Whether it’s subtly screening windows from street view or defining the boundaries of a lawn or driveway, factoring privacy into your front yard landscaping allows you to separate your living space from the outside world. In doing so, your home can feel safer and more secure, and…

Looking to start a new chapter, Sarah Charlesworth relished putting her own stamp on a period farmhouse   After more than 30 years of farming life in Cheshire, Sarah and her husband David Charlesworth, a semi-retired farmer, were preparing to hand over the reins to their sons, Tom and Sam. Stepping back meant also vacating the substantial farmhouse that had been their home since they were married. ‘Apart from my parent’s house, it was the only place I’d ever lived, so moving was quite an adjustment for both of us,’ says Sarah. ‘We’d loved its high ceilings and big, bright…

Seth and Christy Jacob with their dog, Atlas, in front of “Mitty” — the converted ambulance. Seth and Christy Jacob, Insider Seth and Christy Jacob spent $35k transforming a retired ambulance into a luxury RV. The Georgia couple did most of the work themselves. Seth used YouTube tutorials to help him. “Mitty” — the ambulance — has a fold-out bed, a modern kitchen, and tons of hidden storage. After Seth and Christy Jacob got married, they wanted to travel around the US. But they needed the perfect vehicle to do it in. Seth Jacob, who works in software as a data…

Sutyagin House, Russia The Arkhangelsk, Russia, crime lord Nikolai Petrovich Sutyagin began building the Sutyagin House in 1992 and spent the next 15 years perfecting it. The Sutyagin family expanded their three-story home into a 13-story structure without a building permit or formal plans, making it the world’s tallest wooden structure. The building was torn down in 2008 after it was deemed a fire hazard by city officials. In all honesty, though, we think it’s for the best that way. Sutyagin House, Russia Phoenix House, Hawaii The Phoenix House is currently listed on Airbnb, so if you’ve always wanted to…

Matière Première Architecture touched up a lakefront Canadian A-frame with white paint, a woodburning fireplace, and a suspended feature in the loft that looks out over the water.Text byGrace Bernard Project Details: Location: Estrie, Canada Architect: Matière Première Architecture / @mpa_nudrom Footprint: 807 square feet Builder: Nu Drom Photographer: Ian Balmorel From the Architect: “Charmed by the ever so popular A-frame cottage typology, the new owners of this 1950s property aspired to renovate and revitalize this cottage into the 21st century. Located in the Eastern Townships near Montréal, this unique structure sits on an evergreen forest, nearly touching the water. The three-seasons cottage had been long neglected,…

Có ai khác đang mơ về tất cả những nơi bạn muốn đến sau khi đại dịch này được kiểm soát không? Tye Haus A-Frame ở Washington nằm trong danh sách “phải ở lại” của tôi. Đây là một dịch vụ cho thuê Airbnb ngoạn mục (@tyehaus trên Instagram) nằm cạnh hai khung chữ a tương tự khác. Nó có diện tích chỉ hơn 1.000 feet vuông và là nơi tôi có thể sống mãi mãi. Nó thậm chí còn có một bồn nước nóng! Tầng dưới có khu vực sinh hoạt theo ý tưởng mở tuyệt vời với bếp…

Tại sao phải xây bằng gạch và vữa truyền thống khi bạn có thể sử dụng thứ gì đó độc đáo hơn một chút? Đó là đặc điểm đằng sau một công ty ở Hà Lan sử dụng bìa cứng để tạo ra những ngôi nhà thân thiện với môi trường của họ. Wikkelhouse, có nghĩa là “ngôi nhà được bao bọc” trong tiếng Hà Lan, sản xuất những ngôi nhà được bọc trong từng lớp bìa cứng. Các ngôi nhà có giá từ €25.000 ($26.473), không bao gồm chi phí vận chuyển và xây dựng. Mạnh hơn bê tông?…

Khi bạn nghĩ về một nơi nghỉ ngơi sang trọng, thư giãn, có lẽ bạn sẽ không nghĩ đến những chiếc container vận chuyển. Nhưng chiếc Airbnb có một không hai này ở Lake of the Prairies, Manitoba là một điểm đến không thể bỏ qua. Từ tầm nhìn 360 độ đến nội thất hiện đại và thời thượng, ngôi nhà container ba phòng ngủ này hoàn toàn là cuộc sống bên ngoài chiếc hộp (từ bên trong container). Đọc tiếp để tìm hiểu thêm và tham quan toàn bộ Airbnb ngoạn mục này. Chúng tôi không thể kìm nén…

Although it hasn’t been around for long, shipping container architecture has already started gaining ground in the building industry. Due to the modular nature of their structure, containers have served to create very diverse buildings, from hotels and housing complexes to coffee shops and even a stadium in Qatar. Originally used as emergency housing by the military, shipping containers have become popular among architects for developing residential homes. In this piece, we’ll share an incredible two-story tiny home based on recycled shipping containers. Called the BoHo Box Hop and developed by entrepreneurs Seth and Emily Britt, who have been building amazing container…

It often happens to see tiny homes on wheels that look just like normal houses. But it is not so often that these homes are made of shipping containers and put on a trailer. It might be easier to have a container attached to a trailer than to build a wood-dwelling. But this idea might have some problems that need to be solved. Since the shell is made entirely out of metal, you might have guessed that the interior temperature is hardly influenced by the weather on the outside. The solution a young man called Fabian found for his mobile container…

Tiny houses focus on living more freely and simply in smaller, more efficient spaces. They come in all shapes and forms, and some designs are truly architects’ tiny marvels, displaying great inventiveness and craftsmanship. From the intricate, cantilevered exterior design to the eclectic interior decor, this abode is a testament to what can be accomplished when simple design ideas are used creatively. Entrepreneurs Seth and Emily have been building amazing container vacation homes for several years now, and the Roca Box Hop is their latest creation. The Roca is not exactly a tiny house, considering it was built using three shipping containers…

This stunning DIY project was constructed together as a family, and looks toward a future where the daughters might be able to live mortgage-free. For many people, a tiny house represents more financial freedom and the possibility to live a fuller life within a smaller footprint—both literally and ecologically. Nevertheless, behind the dream, there are always some practical questions to consider. For instance, where do you find a place to park your tiny house? What about buying insurance or permits? What do you do if you’re thinking about tiny living but have kids? For some, that last question can be a big one, as…

A tiny home in Tokyo maximizes natural light and opens up to the city. When given the opportunity and the space, most people will build their homes as large as they are able (or allowed). As we well know, larger homes are generally less energy efficient and more expensive to heat, cool, and maintain, and represent a lamentable amount of wasted space. Thankfully, there are exceptions and we find one such example in Japanese architect Takeshi Hosaka’s thoughtfully designed urban tiny home. Located in a neighborhood near the Tokyo Dome, Hosaka’s Love2 House is a miniature delight that shows that living well in the city…

Buildings, like many other things, wear down over time, so it’s no surprise that cities and countrysides are home to abandoned lighthouses and misused warehouses. But a rising architectural approach called adaptive reuse offers a way to give a second life to these structures. It can offer a lot of useful solutions for the surrounding area, like low-income or student housing, community centers, or mixed-use venues. And since the industry is picking up so much steam, we at Bored Panda decided to expand one of our existing series and make a new list of some of the most surprising repurposed properties. #1 Boekhandel…

The Bachowski family in front of their converted bus. Jake and Gianna Bachowski Jake and Gianna Bachowski spent years traveling the country and living on the road with their kids. The couple lived in a van when their oldest child was a baby and a bus when they had their second. As van and bus conversion experts, they help others do the same with their business Our Van Quest. For you: Insider Today newsletter — the day’s most fascinating stories.Email addressBy clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of…