Let's face it, no one is making more land, but we ARE making more people. Space to build your house is becoming smaller, forcing many to take a different approach to construction and interior design. In recent years, we've seen a definite trend towards smaller scale houses, that cover less space but still, if you have a decent designer, make room for all the things you need while avoiding the impression of a cramped space. Here are some fine examples: |
This wood house proves that even a minimalist design can give a sense of warmth and coziness.
|
|
|
|
A tiny house renovated from a container. It may seem off putting from the outside, but container houses are in big demand these days, being strong and spacy, and this house looks amazing on the inside. |
|
|
|
|
A recycled wooden house. As you can see in the photo, this wooden house has an entire wall made of old windows. This is an extraordinary way of recycling glass, not to mention the impressive design that gives the house charm. |
|
|
|
This miniature wooden house is a smart combination of traditional rural and modern construction. With sofas pulled out of the wall, folding stairs that lead to a gallery and the kind of beauty you just can't find in the hustle and bustle of cities.
|
|
This next house shows that even a small, minimalist house can be open and spacious.
|
|
This house may seem a bit strange, but not a single inch goes to waste, as it makes use of each area of available space. Whether its sitting couches on the windows, or the sleep gallery built so the morning light won't disturb you in the morning.
|
|
|
|
This miniature apartment stands out due to its size, but don't be mistaken, it has all a person needs and more.
|
|
A pair of miniature twin houses.
|
Probably the smallest castle in the world. |
Miniature houses are great for snowy climates and are easy to heat.
|
This cabin has everything a house needs: A modern design, a sitting corner in the balcony, a gallery floor and a practical kitchen – all this with smart utilization of the space available.
|
This Couple Took a Tiny Home and Did Something Incredible
This couple took 140 foot of room and turned it into a tiny castle.
Now This is a House I'd Live In Forever...
This house is an architectural masterpiece. I could live there the rest of my life...
The Most Extraordoinary Airbnb Hotels From Around the World
Be inspired by Airbnb's diverse and unique array of guest houses in eye-catching urban and countryside settings. Prepare to be bowled over by photos of some of the more unique rooms.
Mona Lisa's House: Where Da Vinci Painted His Masterpiece
The following photos will allow you to take a peek inside the home of the woman who intrigues millions of art and history lovers around the world.
These Photos Are REAL? Yep, They Sure Are!
No images will bend and bamboozle your mind as much as these 19, completely real photos. Can you work out what was going on here?
These Multi Portrait Photos Date Back to the Late 1800s!
Back in the early 1900s this new technology, known as 'trick-mirror' photos, were thought to be the future of portraiture.
21st Century Architecture is Really Stunning to Behold...
While modern architecture can be divisive, there's no denying it makes you sit up and take notice. Here are 14 stunning examples of 21st Century architecture.
16 Pictures That Will Make You See the World Differently...
Thanks to the following series of images, your point of view about different things is going to change. Just take a look for yourself!
7 Incredible Ancient Engineering Feats to Astound You
Our ancient ancestors were incredible engineers as you're about to learn from this infographic.
These Photos Will Undoubtedly Make Your Eyes Go Crazy
Some photos make you do a double-take, but the 24 you're about to see will make your eyes go crazy!
You Won't Believe These 15 Photos Weren't Photo-shopped!
Some beautiful moments are just meant to be shared, that's why I have to show you these incredible photographs. Take a look!
Feel the Solitude: These Photos of the Arctic are Breathtaking!
Step inside one of the most solitude places on Earth. Finnish Photographer Tiina Törmänen captures the vast, icy beauty of this most remarkable and breathtaking place.
Earth is a Gorgeous Place, and These 18 Photos Prove It
From the national parks in the United States, through the enchanting sights of the frozen north - these are the amazing gifts nature has to offer us.
I've Never Seen Photos As Stunning As These
These beautiful shots, which look more like art will undoubtedly impress you.
Here Are 15 Rare Sights You Won't See More Than Once!
Here are 15 rare sights that you're practically guaranteed to never see more than once in your lifetime!
24 Stunning Vintage Photos of Everyday Life
See these forgotten details from the world of the past in these 24 historical photos.
5 Quirky & Imaginative Homes Built On a Shoestring Budget
These homes are proof that something incredible can be created on a shoestring budget while being kind to the environment at the same time. Take a look.
These Cool Cat Portraits Really Capture the Feline Spirit
If you like cats - even only a little - don't miss these phenomenal cat portraits!
See the 1890s Through the Lens of a Hidden Camera
These candid photos of 19th-century Oslo are truly remarkable. Check them out here.
Don’t Confuse These Glorious Pictures of Nature for Paintings
The next 17 pictures, don’t need an artist's touch, and although you might mistake it for painting, these pictures depict nature itself is in all its splendor.
25 Photos That Tell an Amazing Story
Extraordinary photos from recent years who have really made an impact on all who see them.
Like a Flower in Bloom, This Glasshouse Unfurls in the Sun
This diamond-shaped glasshouse can open like a flower in bloom!
This Photographer Really Captures the Beauty of the Ocean...
Gorgeous Underwater Life by Alexander Semenov.
These Glass Pieces Represent the Very Finest in Design...
The Corning Museum in New York represents the very pinnacle in glass design, and some of the pieces on display are the most expensive in the world.
We’re Confident These Panoramic Pictures Will Amaze You...
For the past 9 years, EPSON has held an amazing panorama photography contest around the world, and now you can see the 17 photos that made it to the finals!
These Hilarious Pics Prove That Mankind is Probably Doomed
There's more evidence of mankind being doomed than the alarmist media reports on your TV! Take a look at these 20 hilarious photos.
You’ll Never Forget These Unbelievable Microscopic Photos
Take a look at the amazing winners of the Nikon Small World Photomicrography Contest 2022.
Showy Art Deco Architecture Reimagined in Modern Buildings
Art deco is the classic style characteristic of New York City architecture. This gorgeous style is having a resurgence, here are 5 examples
14 Unforgettable Marine Photos From 2022
Peek into this mysterious and unknown marine world through these award-winning photos!
These National Geographic Photos All Won Awards
These beautiful photos are all winners and runner ups of National geographic's travelers' photography competition.
WATCH: The Inner Workings of London's Big Ben
Big Ben is probably the world's most famous clock tower, having stood in Westminster, London for over 150 years Watch this video to see how it works.
Now That's What I Call Perfect Timing!
Each of these photos was taken with perfect - almost supernatural - timing!
Milestones in History: the 12 First Photographs Ever Taken
The history of photography reaches back centuries, and its evolution is made apparent if we look at some of the most iconic photos in history
This Guy Knows How to Build the Best Secret Base
This man of the jungle builds from the ground up a beautiful small space reinforced with bamboo, making use of items found in the wild only, and using everything he can.
18 Things About the Eiffel Tower You Never Knew
The Eiffel Tower is perhaps the best known and loved building in the world. Not surprisingly, there are a lot of wild stories about it. Here are some...
19 Images of Deceptive Moments You’ll Never See in Reality
Photographers have a lot of tricks up their sleeve, and these 19 images will be a little daunting to your senses.
Ten Most Impressive Castles in the Far East
We're going to introduce you to 10 of the most fascinating and spectacular palaces built in East Asia, each with a captivating backstory.
This Is What the World Would Look Like if Time Stood Still
Check out these incredible long exposure shots, which enable photographers to perfectly capture the effects of the passage of time.
Perfect Timing! 17 Incredible Moments Caught on Camera
These perfectly timed photos will mess with your head.
23 Incredible Photographs Taken at Just the Right Moment
These scarcely believable pictures have NOT been doctored. They were just taken at the perfect time.
View the Winning Photographs From the Siena Photo Awards
The Siena International Photo Awards is one of the most prestigious awards ceremonies anywhere in the world. View the incredible winning entries here.
Who Knew Stairs Could Be Such Works of Art?
Here are some of what I consider the most dazzling staircases the world has to offer.
Would You Pay $15 Million for This Grand House?
This mansion has it all, but is it worth the money?
16 Pics That Reveal the Rarely-Seen Side of Things
These pictures show us the rarely seen side of things that might surprise you.
30 Dazzling Photos of Snow Covered Landscapes
Winter is magnificent, and these 30 photos taken from different corners of our planet are here to support that sentiment.