Architecture

December 8, 2015

Futuristic Underwater Hotel Will Use Profits to Protect Coral Reefs

Based in Key West, Florida, Planet Ocean Underwater Hotel has a unique approach to luxury accommodation. Guests of this hotel can literally experience a night sleeping with the fishes in underwater guest rooms that offer panoramic views of a thriving aquatic environment. This submerged community is what the Underwater Hotel strives to maintain, with a mission to bring ecological hospitality into the limelight.

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November 24, 2015

1950s Grain Silo Transformed into a Sleek and Cozy Home for Two

Architect Christoph Kaiser has repurposed a 1950s-era grain silo, transforming it into a cozy home he shares with his wife. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the dwelling is a stunning example of what's possible with an unconventional–and previously uninhabitable–structure. The corrugated-steel silo is tall enough for two stories within its cylindrical walls, and it features a modern decor that's an ode to the mid-century exterior.

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August 18, 2015

Fully-Customizable Tiny Homes Start at an Affordable $22,000

The tiny homes trend is still on the rise, as an increasing number of both city and country dwellers learn to live with less and maximize their small spaces. Although the cost of these abodes can be expensive, California-based Monarch Tiny Homes believes that this lifestyle shouldn't demand a fortune to acquire. Their beautifully-minimalist buildings offer mobility and the comforts of a larger home, all without breaking the bank.

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