6 Fascinating Underground Homes That Go Above and Beyond

When it comes to cool eco architecture, some people feel like the higher up you build, the better. But don't forget to look down once in a while! There are some astonishing examples of naturally sustainable construction right under your nose - hidden underneath the ground. Come with us as we explore six fascinating examples of buried homes that you may have overlooked the first time around.

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STUNNING BURIED HOUSE IN VALS, SWITZERLAND

Unlike other homes whose goal in life is to stick out like a sore thumb (read: that guy on your block who strings up enough holiday lights to cause a neighborhood blackout), this clever dwelling was made specifically so that it would blend in perfectly with the breathtaking landscape in Vals, Switzerland. Designed by the architects of SeArch and Christian Müller, the home is hidden on all sides save for one and by building the house underground, the architects were able to almost completely eliminate the need for heating or cooling in the winter and summer months.

700 YEAR OLD IRANIAN CAVE HOMES

If new construction isn’t really your thang, how about really, really old construction? We’re not kidding – these 700 year old homes carved from natural rock formations in Iran are inherently low-energy and are available for purchase or rent.

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12 Comments

aurelia-m May 3, 2013 at 1:26 pm

I like to see how the habitations can disappear in nature
CHYNURMNSEU March 23, 2013 at 5:37 am

Uderground houses are really lovely, but expensive. I would love to have a full master plan/ architectural drawing for an underground house which can be built on a plot of land.
Cynthia Ann W May 18, 2011 at 3:11 pm

I wounldn’t mind living in a pyrimid, and I agree they look sorta like the hobbits home. I have alsways thought it would be cool to live in a home that’s under ground with only enough showing at the top for entering through.
P.ketterer-Awuor January 2, 2011 at 8:28 am

a society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know – they shall never sit in…lets plant more trees.
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