The Cave Residence is a new design by Apollo Architects, which uses tough material for most of the structure. With a galvanized steel outer layer, it would take an extreme amount of force to push this house to the ground.
While the Cave Residence doesn't feature floor-to-ceiling windows, it does make the most of its shape, with a long rectangular window wrapping around the front of the structure. This allows light to seep in on all sides, while still providing a decent amount of privacy for those living inside.
The house is located in a suburb of Tokyo, Japan, and it's built to house one person (although this singular dweller does have a decent amount of space to roam around in)!Photo Credits: designboom, kurosakisatoshi
Galvanized Steel Abodes
The Cave Residence by Apollo Architects is Made from Tough Materials
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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