The Flying Black House is a Scary Reminder to Live Simply
Michael Hines — March 22, 2017 — Unique
If the Flying Black House were on AirBnB, it would undoubtedly be one of the company's most sought-after listings. In reality the tiny suspended house, built by Czech firm H3T Architeckti, is more a design study than anything else. It's suspended from a bridge via several steel cables with a ladder providing access. The space is small, measuring around 43 square feet, and includes a sleeping loft.
The Flying Black House admittedly looks a bit creepy, but once you get over the potential scariness of living under a bridge, you begin to realize just what this space represents. People around the world are leaving rural and suburban areas in favor of cities, a reverse migration which has contributed to housing crises and rising rents worldwide. The Flying Black House is an artistic reminder that the solution to a lack of housing may sometimes be an unconventional, less-is-more approach.
The Flying Black House admittedly looks a bit creepy, but once you get over the potential scariness of living under a bridge, you begin to realize just what this space represents. People around the world are leaving rural and suburban areas in favor of cities, a reverse migration which has contributed to housing crises and rising rents worldwide. The Flying Black House is an artistic reminder that the solution to a lack of housing may sometimes be an unconventional, less-is-more approach.
Trend Themes
1. Suspended Mini Homes - The trend of suspended mini homes represents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the housing industry.
2. Design Studies - The trend of design studies provides an opportunity for architects and designers to explore unconventional solutions for housing.
3. Less-is-more Approach - The trend of a less-is-more approach in housing encourages minimalism and sustainable living.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can embrace the trend of suspended mini homes and design studies to create unique and innovative housing solutions.
2. Real Estate - The real estate industry can explore the trend of suspended mini homes as a potential solution to housing crises and rising rents.
3. Urban Planning - The trend of a less-is-more approach in housing presents an opportunity for urban planners to create more sustainable and affordable living spaces.
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