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Buildings that are masterful at hiding

This WordPress post discusses the art of building masterfully designed structures that are able to camouflaged and hide in their environment. These approaches are not only inventive and creative, but they can also be useful for tactical operations, architectural accomplishments, and to ward off unwanted attention. Erroneously labeled as stealth architecture or invisible architecture, the practice is now taking a leap forward with otherworldly designs that use extra materials to blend into their surroundings. The potential of these designs are limitless, and this post examines some of the inventive structures and the level of ingenuity being used by architects today.
Unusual Woodpile Studio house facade
Interior of an unusual house Woodpile Studio

Invisible Barn (Invisible Barn) – New York

The idea to cover the wooden structure entirely with reflective sheeting came from STPMJ of Brooklyn. The building reflects the nearby park, which is why it is so noticeable.

The Invisible Barn in New York

Juniper House – Sweden

Swedish architects Hans Murman and Ulla Alberts came up with a house that is practically invisible from some angles. Unlike its predecessor, it has no reflective elements. The designers used photos of the surrounding trees printed on a special fabric.

Juniper Tree House in Sweden

Cadyville Sauna – New York City

Architect Dan Hisel designed this oasis in the woods. Steep cliff acts as one of the walls. It is completely covered in mirrors which allows the little building to completely blend in with its surroundings.

Cadyville Sauna in New York
An unusual house Mirror Cube in Sweden
An unusual house Mirror Cube in Sweden

The Pinnacle – Nashville, USA

This twenty-nine-story skyscraper is located in the southern United States. It’s home to offices and stores. In addition to the original design, this building is also “green,” – it has a gold certificate for energy efficiency, as well as a huge roof garden.

An electricity substation in the Netherlands
Rachel Raymond House in Massachusetts
An unusual Green Box house in Italy
Lucid Stead Custom Home in Joshua Tree National Park
Unusual Lucid Stead house in Joshua Tree National Park

The Aloni house in Greece

This Athens villa is impossible to find without knowing the exact location. This beautiful, almost subterranean house, whose roof is supported by two stone walls.

The Aloni Underground House in Greece

The Desert House in California, US

Thanks to an unusual design inspired by an armadillo, Ken Kellogg’s house is completely sheltered from the winds and heat of the desert. The building blends seamlessly into the rocky landscape because of the materials used: concrete, glass, copper and steel.

A house in the desert of California
Glass Farm by MVRDV Architects
Glass Farm project by MVRDV architects

Lookout – Scotland, UK

It is a project of two University of Strathclyde students, Angus Ritchie and Daniel Tyler. The house is located in a scenic national park and sleeps just three people.

The Lookout project in Scotland

The Dune House – Florida, USA

It’s good to live near the beach, and it’s even better to live on the beach! Back in 1975, architect William Morgan conceived and built this home on the Atlantic coast.

The House in the Dunes by William Morgan
A camouflage house in Japan
Camouflage House in Japan

The Pierre – San Juan Islands, Washington, USA

If you approach it from the wrong side, you might not notice it at all. The house is built into the rock with a green roof. In this building, the interior merges with the exterior.

The Pierre, the rock house on San Juan Island
Cave Palace Ranch in Utah
Cave Palace Ranch in Utah

Taken from Distractify.

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  1. Leo Hayes

    Their technology are becoming more and more common. From sleek, modern skyscrapers to historic landmarks, it’s impressive how seamlessly advancements can be integrated. But what drives this trend? Is it purely an aesthetic choice, or do these buildings aim to create an air of mystery? And what impact does this hidden technology have on our daily lives? Curious to hear your thoughts on this!

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