Weird or Wonderful? 22 Homes That Are Anything But Ordinary
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Homebuyers and renters who dare to be different often put down roots in alternative dwellings that others eschew. Even if your inner compass tells you to steer clear of the offbeat or the outlandish, you may enjoy window-shopping these eccentric estates with architecture and decor that defy all conventions.
Sky-high Single Family Home in Prescott, Arizona
Zillow Digs home in Prescott, AZ
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the Falcon Nest, a ten-story dwelling whose 124-foot stature makes it the tallest single family home in North America.
Scene-Stealing Solarium
Zillow Digs home in Prescott, AZ
High glass ceilings and walls in the 2,000-foot solarium are equipped with passive solar technology, while the sky-high lookout tower makes homeowners feel like they’re on top of the world.
Desert Sculpture House in Glorieta, New Mexico
Zillow Digs home in Glorieta, NM
Resembling the base of a rocket ship, this out-of-this-world abode wows passersby with streamlined architecture that blends seamlessly with the secluded desert landscape.
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Desert Living
Zillow Digs home in Glorieta, NM
Glass panels give the pyramid-like pad 360-degree views of the radiant red rocks of the foothills of Sangre de Cristos.
Seashell House in Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Vacationers scouring for seashells on the coast of Cancun can find a larger-than-life replica at this paradisiacal property on nearby Isla Mujeres.
Seashell Sleeper
It’s not just the outside of the house that’s shell-tastic; the seaside theme can be seen indoors in almost every corner. Put your ear up close to the “shells” and you may just hear the gentle sound of waves from the Gulf of Mexico.
"Cubehouse" in Rotterdam, Netherlands
Located in bustling central Rotterdam, these out-of-the-box cube houses turn heads with their eye-popping yellow facades and exacting engineering.
Tilting Interior
Situated at a gravity-defying angle atop a series of sturdy support pillars, the cubes give homeowners looking out the feeling of falling forward even as the house is structurally sound.
"Earthship" in Taos, New Mexico
Believe it or not, a single pair of human hands built this extraterrestrial-inspired off-grid estate dubbed the “Earthship.”
Entering the Earthship
The three-year-long effort paid off; the well-defined gravel entryway and combination greenhouse/mudroom are simple yet stunning against the surrounding desert mesa.
Dog Bark Park in Cottonwood, Idaho
Canine lovers and their four-legged friends will have no qualms about being put in the doghouse when they stay at Dog Bark Park.
Wacky Duo
The giant dog-shaped domicile and its pint-sized companion are mirror replicas of beagles. For unobscured views of the peaceful prairie lands of Cottonwood, simply climb up the stairs to the dog’s back, where a spacious open-air balcony awaits.
Hobbit House in Orondo, Washington
Tolkien fans seeking a hobbit home of their own don’t have to trek to the mythical Shire to find it.
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Holing Up
This eco-friendly house tucked into the Columbia River Gorge lets average-sized inhabitants enjoy the humble hobbit lifestyle.
Circle of Hobbit Life
Frodo and his pals would envy the dwelling’s exquisite architectural flourishes, from the circular wooden door to the fanciful cobblestone path.
"Trullo Edera" in Ostuni, Brindisi, Italy
Part yurt and part fairy tale castle, the “Trullo Edera” strikes an imposing silhouette with its conical construction and gnarly wooden enclosure.
Sleeping Inside the Conical House
Even the interior is replete with archways and stone walls that harken to ages past.
Converted Airplane in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, France
Frequent flyers may enjoy crashing for the night in this permanently grounded plane.
Cozy Conversion
The jumbo jet may have sailed the skies in a former life, but its passenger seats have since been converted into a cozy lounge and sleeping area, while the cockpit has been transformed into a modern bathroom with all the essentials.
Grounded Flight
When you’re ready to disembark, head down the steps of the wooden deck toward the “Baggage Exit” sign.
Dome Home in New Paltz, New York
Zillow Digs home in New Paltz, NY
While it maintains a low profile in the sprawling 18-acre forest at the foot of the Mohonk Preserve, this humble dome home is a true architectural and engineering feat.
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Living in the Round
Zillow Digs home in New Paltz, NY
The round residence can accommodate an entire family in its 2,300-square-foot interior and can keep them entertained with a moving base that can rotate via passive solar energy. A wrap-around cedar deck and a custom-built spiral staircase leading to the second-story library add personal touches that make the house a home.
Queen Anne's Lace Lookalike in Pittsford, New York
Zillow Digs home in Pittsford, NY
While the cap-like appearance of this oddball building has earned it the nickname “Mushroom House,” the dwelling was not designed to resemble the famous fungi.
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Flowering Ceiling
Zillow Digs home in Pittsford, NY
Architect James Johnson actually modeled the central pod of the home, along with its graceful veins and supporting stem, after Queen Anne’s Lace, an ornate white flowering plant.
Howden Castle in Ben Lomond, California
Zillow Digs home in Lomond, CA
You don’t have to venture to Europe to spy a bona fide castle—just head west to California for a glimpse of the grand Howden Castle.
From the Roof
Zillow Digs home in Lomond, CA
The structure’s rose-colored stone facade makes it fit for a princess who wants a fairy tale home in the midst of a redwood forest.
Converted Caboose in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
