Live off The Land: 15 Gorgeous Floating Houseboats
Posted 97 days ago by rachel
Floating homes are the epitome of cool in the Summertime, or year round in some locations. While this isn’t a feasible idea for so many to live on the water, inspiration always lies ahead for those planning their next move, renovation or even retirement. While some are mobile and others are stationary, With the warmer weather…
Amazing Floating Teepee Lake Residence
Posted 98 days ago by rachel
Surely small residences are the norm for many, but what about floating homes? Or teepee houses? As an Australian University student, William Woodbridge is one of the few who could attest to all of the above with a home that he built himself– a floating teepee house. Situated on Lake Ginninderra in Australia, this teepee is…
The Ark Floating Housing by Alexander Remizov
Posted 125 days ago by rachel
Disaster relief is never really an exciting topic of choice to discuss, but with global warming a very real issue at hand– there are people and architects out there thinking about the future. For those thinking of extreme climate changes and environmental conditions, the Ark may be a great solution. Created as a building that has…
Floating Fennell Residence in Portland
Posted 211 days ago by rachel
Portland, Oregon plays home to many nature based projects, and with a concern for being green– it’s a way of life for many rather than just a fad. Robert Harvey Oshatz‘s expertise as an architect served this 2005 project well, with many nods to organic shapes and fluidity. The curves and flowing lines of the architecture…
Floating Napa River House by Craig Steely Architecture
Posted 372 days ago by ian
For those looking to get away from the city life, Napa is considered by many to be one of the most desired cities to live in. Known by many for their beautiful wine vineyards, the area is also home to some of the most stunning residences we have come across including this beautifully constructed Napa River…
Contemporary Floating Home in Seattle, Washington by Vandeventer + Carlander Architects
Posted 385 days ago by ian
Floating homes are nothing out of the ordinary in Seattle, Washington, but the this beautifully designed dwelling from the team at Vandeventer + Carlander Architects certainly is something extraordinary. This nearly 2,900 square foot home features plenty of room for a single family including three bedrooms along with three and a half bathrooms. Residing on Lake…
‘Hausboot Silverbeaver’ Floating River Home in Germany
Posted 420 days ago by ian
Looking for a cozy place near the water, or better yet on the water? Then this modest yet beautiful home by Confused-Direction Design will definitely tickle your fancy. This humble abode is floating on the waters of the Hunte River located in Oldenburg, Germany. Seeing that the home is located in the middle of the wilderness,…
Nautical Themed Floating Lake House in Seattle, Washington
Posted 443 days ago by ian
Waterfront living is a dream for many of us, and this stunning floating lake house by the team at Designs Northwest Architects is exactly what we have in mind when dreaming up the perfect dwelling. Covered in a timber facade, this symmetrical lake house resides on Lake Union in Seattle, Washington. The exterior features plenty of…
Transparent Floating Vacation Home in England
Posted 446 days ago by ian
Typically when you hear the term floating house, you think of a residence floating atop a body of water. This stunning floating roof house in the small village of Thorpeness, Suffolk, England looks to alter your perception of floating houses. Designed by Norway based architects Jarmund/Vigsnaes Arkitekter, this residence features an all glass enclosed main floor…
