With the constant climate changes and soaring heat levels which are results of global warming, the world has become very difficult to live in. Various steps have been taken to curb the problems. Different set of ideas to maintain pleasant temperatures are constantly evolving from various quarters. One such solution is the idea of living in cool and comfortable floating homes. These floating homes comes in various designs and cost. Some of them are affordable while some others are more appropriate for dreams because they are out of the reach of common men. Check out this list of some floating homes which are really cool, luxurious and classy piece of design and architecture mainly aimed for the rich and the famous.
1. Futuristic floating homes from Waterstudio.NL
This futuristic floating house with unusual decoration from Waterstudio.NL looks very natural and comfortable. It is very ornamental and stunning in appearance with a beautiful scenery behind. The entire exterior of this house is made of concrete materials. Wood is also used as another primary material for building this sustainable floating house. It has a kitchen, living room, bedroom and a bathroom
2. Futuristic floating houses to take solar-powered housing to the sea
This futuristic floating house project is created by Solar Lab. it is based on the concept of a free floating habitat with extendable boundaries to create more living space. It features an integrated solar power supply, an integrated water purification system and a waste treatment system. It is supposed to be a totally autonomous and great sustainable habitat for the future citizens.
Currently, this project is mainly used for developing the Institute of Water and Ecology, based on Lake Constance in Germany. This is going to be the most practical sustainable floating structure that will also highlight the sensitivity of water ecosystems and the various prospects of application of solar energy for creating other future housing projects through an exhibition.
3. Futuristic eco-friendly floating solar home, designed by U.K. based Kingsley Architects
This futuristic caravan like solar home has been designed by Kingsley Architects of U.K. They are very modern in style and approach.
This floating house accommodates a beautiful living space, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen and a lot of others spaces. Moreover, space for a terrace garden adds to its charm.
4. The Last Resort: Futuristic floating homes
The Last Resort is a sustainable floating homes powered by solar energy conceived and designed by RAFAA Architecture & Design. This sustainable structure has two levels and is 5 meters in width and 15 meters in length. The lower level accommodates the propelling equipment whereas the upper one provides space for the living area which comprises a living room, 2 bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom.
5. Trilobis 65 floating home
Trilobis 65 is a semi-submerged floating structure designed by Giancarlo Zema. It is about 20 meters in length and fit in six people. It is an ideal floating home in bays, atolls and maritime parks. A spiral staircase connects its four separate levels.
This floating house uses Ballard fuel cells, solar energy, wind energy and diesel as source of power.
6. Futuristic floating houses by GMBH- B-type
The futuristic floating houses by GMBH- B-type typically has as single floor, 3 rooms and covers an area of 11457square meters.
7. Floating house designed by Robert Harvey Oshatz
The Fennell Residence located in Portland, Oregon is a floating house designed by Robert Harvey Oshatz. This innovative structure has curved glue lam beams, glass exteriors and an expansive sliding glass door to make it even more impressive. It has a master bedroom, a study, a living room with a dining area and extends out beyond the river.
8. Tafoni floating home
The Tafoni floating home has been designed by the San Francisco based designer Joanna Borek. The design of this floating home has been inspired by pebbles, waves and tafoni. These are natural sculptures of sandstone and is very environment friendly. This futuristic multi-purpose living space is very appealing.
9. Jelly-fish 45 habitat
The Jelly-fish 45 has been designed by Giancarlo Zema. It has five levels and can accommodate six persons. It is made of high density fiberglass and measures about 10 meters in height and 15 meters in diameter. It comes at a price tag of $ 2,500,000.
10. Dutch Floating Homes by Dura Vermeer
26 amphibious floating homes have been designed by the dutch designer Dura Vermeer in Massbommel, Netherlands. Flexible pipes have been used to bring in electricity and water to these attractive and colorful houses and they are adaptable to rise up to 13 foot when the water level increases. These houses come with price starting from $310,000.
