In architecture, there is often a push for creativity, and the result is very weird and intriguing buildings. Here are five of the most unconventional buildings from around the world that have made a bold statement by their design and have at the same time aroused the interest of many.
1. The Crooked House – Poland
Not far from the center of Sopot, Poland, Krzywy Domek can be found, and it looks like a house from a cartoon. The distorted and twisted aspect of the building’s architecture was drawn as an inspiration from the quest of Jan Marcin Szancer and Per Dahlberg. The design of the building represents a lot like waves breaking, which is one of the things that give the building a surreal feeling and pull people into visiting it.
2. The Basket Building – USA
Known for its leading basket maker the Longaberger Company has its headquarters in Ohio. The Longaberger Company has constructed a 7-story brick and mortar basket that exactly matches the company’s best-selling picnic basket, including a pair of tall handles. The distinctive shape of the building has turned it into a local beauty spot and a tribute to the company’s artistry passion.
3. Casa do Penedo – Portugal
Located in Fafe Mountains of Portugal, the so-called Stone House is Casa do Penedo. This unique house lies harmoniously amidst of four gigantic rocks and the wild beauty of nature. The house could be taken as something from the show which is real likewise an operational human dwelling but no electricity is there thus the rustic character of the cottage is maintained.
4. The Upside Down House – Poland
One more instance of bright creativity coming from Poland is the Upside Down House located in Szymbark. As the name implies, the house has indeed been built completely the wrong way up good only for the visitors. All the furniture is in place but it is placed in the most peculiar space. The bizarre design is another aspect that might interest the tourists when they visit it or perhaps it is the writing on the wall from the wild and crazy days of local communism.
5. The Kansas City Library – USA
Named after a giant bookshelf, the parking garage of the Kansas City Public Library mimics the look of a big bookshelf. Each book on this shelf is 25 feet in height and was selected by the citizens of Kansas City as their favorite books. This unusual design converts the otherwise gray, colorless structure into a local cultural and artistic treasure.
These different buildings not only offer us a fresh look at architecture but they also present an expression of creativity and innovation that can stimulate the mind and call for discovery.