40 One-Of-A-Kind Buildings That Are As Bizarre As They Are Unique (New Pics)

With the brush of a pencil,architectshave the power to create the most majestic and unique buildings the world has ever seen. However, sometimes the theory on paper doesn’t always coincide with practicality, resulting in one-of-a-kind constructions that aren’t that comfortable to reside in.The ‘Bizarre Buildings’ subreddit is full of such examples. However, it’s not a place to shame impracticaldesignsbut rather to celebrate how unusual and unique buildings can be. Scroll down to find the best of the bunch, and be sure to upvote the ones that charmed you the most!While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation withSean Waldron, partner and architect atWaldron Designs, who kindly agreed to tell us more about unique architecture.This post may includeaffiliate links.

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Whale Museum That Looks Like A Whale In Norway

To find out more about unique architecture,Bored Pandareached out to Sean Waldron, partner and architect atWaldron Designs.He explains that to architects, unique architecture mostly means capturing a moment or context in a way that hasn’t been (commonly) seen before.“Whether providing a surface on which the reflection of water ripples can fall or designing with a material that allows the transmission of the sound of the rain when it falls. Moments like these are unique because they’re fairly uncommon, but they also pull people more deeply into the architecture they’re inhabiting.”

To find out more about unique architecture,Bored Pandareached out to Sean Waldron, partner and architect atWaldron Designs.

He explains that to architects, unique architecture mostly means capturing a moment or context in a way that hasn’t been (commonly) seen before.

“Whether providing a surface on which the reflection of water ripples can fall or designing with a material that allows the transmission of the sound of the rain when it falls. Moments like these are unique because they’re fairly uncommon, but they also pull people more deeply into the architecture they’re inhabiting.”

Netherlands Beauty

However, to stand out, professionals often feel a lot of pressure. “But not necessarily in the sense that they want to be the ‘next big thing,'” notes Waldron. “I’m sure many want that, but our focus should be on bettering people’s lives and using our creativity to do that, which is why we feel the pressure to be unique in our office. It shifts the power of creativity from a place of ego to a place of duty to our clients.“He further explains, “The idea that standing out as a goal in itself can be extremely dangerous to architects. There’s a lot of bad design (environmentally damaging, non-functional, unattractive) out in the world because an architect wanted to “stand out.“However, standing out can also be a great thing. Being honored for work that benefits a family or community and also works in concert with the environment is another way architects can stand out. Yes, it’s difficult to do that, but it’s also not a bad goal to have.”

He further explains, “The idea that standing out as a goal in itself can be extremely dangerous to architects. There’s a lot of bad design (environmentally damaging, non-functional, unattractive) out in the world because an architect wanted to “stand out.”

However, standing out can also be a great thing. Being honored for work that benefits a family or community and also works in concert with the environment is another way architects can stand out. Yes, it’s difficult to do that, but it’s also not a bad goal to have.”

Built In The 18th Century, This Is One Of The Oldest Buildings In Hattfjelldal Municipality In Norland, Norway

Casa Batlló, Barcelona, Spain

If we’re talking about unique architecture, it would be a crime not to mention the life-sizePolly Pocket housethat is now available to rent in Massachusetts.To celebrate Polly’s 35th birthday as a part of their iconic series, Airbnb has created a 42-foot-tall replica of her compact house. And while she’s away celebrating, guests are welcome to visit her humble abode and try on her accessories and clothes made out of the iconic rubber material.

If we’re talking about unique architecture, it would be a crime not to mention the life-sizePolly Pocket housethat is now available to rent in Massachusetts.

To celebrate Polly’s 35th birthday as a part of their iconic series, Airbnb has created a 42-foot-tall replica of her compact house. And while she’s away celebrating, guests are welcome to visit her humble abode and try on her accessories and clothes made out of the iconic rubber material.

Cat Shaped Kindergarten, Germany [1200x780]

Alpine Refuge From World War I Located At 2760 Meters, Monte Cristallo, Italy

It’s located in Littleton, Massachusetts. “Why?” you may ask. “Polly Pocket is actually from a town called Littleton, a fictional town called Littleton,” reveals Ali Killam, a communications lead at Airbnb.“Polly Pocket is known as the adventure doll, so we wanted to pick a place that had a lot of adventure for guests to explore, and this Littleton, Massachusetts town, you’ll just experience it for yourself when you’re here, but there’s so much adventure to be had, it’s so charming and quaint and cute.”

“Polly Pocket is known as the adventure doll, so we wanted to pick a place that had a lot of adventure for guests to explore, and this Littleton, Massachusetts town, you’ll just experience it for yourself when you’re here, but there’s so much adventure to be had, it’s so charming and quaint and cute.”

King Alfred’s Tower In England, Built In 1772

Street Art In Milan, Italy

Kaiyuan Senbo Treehouse Resort, Hangzhou, China

“We just felt like this is such an iconic brand that people have memories of that they might want to share with their children now,” Killam explains the motivation behind this idea. “Whether you’re really young, a Gen Z or a millennial, there’s different parts of Polly that have really resonated over the years. That’s why we thought it’d be a really fun experience for a lot of different people.”

Inhabited Natural Rock Formations In Göreme, Turkey [oc]

Riverside Museum, Glasgow, UK

Snake Shaped Temple In India Dedicated To Lord Krishna

To secure a stay, guests can request to book one of three one-night stays happening from September 12 to 14. The price goes at $89 per person, a nostalgic nod to Polly’s debut in 1989. Those who are unable to book a stay have the option to embark on a daytime adventure instead. Polly is opening this experience from September 16 to October 6.

Azadi (Freedom) Tower, Tehran, Iran

Inntel Hotel, Located Directly Outside The Train Station In Zaandam, Netherlands

There’s A Huge Open Market In The Netherlands With Apartments Inside

Ow-Energy Organic House Design With Wild Slate Roof In Germany

Industry City Building - Sunset Park, Brooklyn

Mid-Century House Built Over A River In New Canaan, Connecticut

One Of My Favorite Buildings In The World: The “Canoe” Building In Osaka, Japan

Evil? Debatable. Bizarre? Absolutely!

France Built 2347

Dancing House - Prague, Czech Republic

At night, the sleepover crew is encouraged to embrace the outdoors and camp out under the stars or take the path to Polly’s tent just 10 feet away from the compact. The cozy sleeping nook is equipped with 4 single beds and bags. In late hours, the house lights up in lavender but doesn’t close up—so be aware of rain.

Half Of The National Gallery Of Denmark Is Grafted On To The Original 1889 Building. All Of This Is Indoors

La Torra Arcobaleno. Milan, Italy

Architecture Of Barcelona

Airbnb plans on creating more experiences like this. In fact, their Airbnb Icons category has offered similar experiences in the past, allowing guests to experience Malibu Barbie’s dream house, drift off in a house from the movie ‘Up,’ or crash in Shrek’s swamp. For more unique buildings and experiences, be sure to check outAirbnb Iconsor our previous articles aboutcool architectureandthings worth seeing at least once in your lifetime.

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