Guest Harbor is a unique architectural project, developed by architecture office VisionDivision, that envisions boats as side houses. The project came about in response to a new building code that allows for the construction of a 25 square meter dwelling attachment on residential properties without having to apply for a separate building permit.
This proposal envisions an evolution to the typical side house by using under-used boats in suburban yards. This approach could be used to add pools, ponds and even high-strength fountains.
Guest Harbor makes for a cheaper and more creative alternative to the standard Swedish side house, and pays tribute to the country's boating culture while taking into account the high number of under-used vessels there. Photo Credits: designboom, archdaily
Reimagined Boat Residences
The Guest Harbor Project Envisions Boats as Side Houses
Trend Themes
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Boat as Side Houses — Provide alternative housing options that transform under-used boats in suburban areas as side houses.
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Creative Design Alternatives — Explore creative design options that take advantage of building codes to provide new affordable alternatives for suburban housing.
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Revamping Underused Assets — Initiatives that transform under-used assets such as boats can provide new opportunities for housing and present cost-effective living options.
Industry Implications
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Architecture and Design — Architects and design firms can leverage building codes to reimagine affordable housing and creative living arrangements.
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Boat Industry — Renovation and retrofit companies in the boat industry can provide new services to convert under-used vessels for alternative suburban living.
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Real Estate — Real estate firms can re-envision the use of suburban backyard space as a potential source of revenue and home value with the addition of alternative housing options.