Cliff houses are daring construction wonders, that paint a clear picture of the evolution of architecture.
They’re unique and innovative and they often blend in with the natural landscape to maximize the appeal of the location.
Check out these 9 incredible designs! Would you dare live in any of them?
1. In the Cliff
This cliff house is particularly unique, not only because of its unique design but also due to its position inside the cliff.
You’ll note that the majority of these houses are built either on top or on the side of a cliff.
This one sports the look of a wedge that parts the cliff in two!
2. Tunelled Design
Though the gorgeous cliff house is impressive in itself, I love that it has its own tunnel!
The fact that it can only be reached through the underground tunnel emphasizes its exclusivity.
And an especially daring part of its design is the fact that it’s built on top of one cliff, but is reached from another!
3. On the Edge
This is considered to be one of the most daring cliff house designs. It’s said to redefine living dangerously.
Set in Australia, the house is unique because it’s not even built into the cliff but merely bolted to it.
It makes me wonder – will the four-story building hold?
4. Plates In the Stone
This cliff house merges daring and traditional design. Envisioned as a retreat in the Japanese mountains, it sports the serene look of Japanese gardens.
At the same time, the roof design gives it a note of futurism.
5. Perfect Match
Cliff houses are meant to blend into the scenery and that’s why it’s important to match their exterior design to the surrounding nature.
The colors of the house are a perfect match with the red cliff, which gives the whole place a harmonious look.
6. Unequaled View
Cliff houses typically have two main characteristics – glass walls and large outdoor space.
Everything about their design is meant to prioritize the view and make the most of the daring location.
7. Between a Rock And a Hard Place
For this house, the cliff is both the foundation and the roof.
It resembles a highly modernized cave! Its color scheme fits in perfectly with the surroundings, but the modernity and sleek design introduce contrast.
8. Brutalist Design
The raw, uncompromising aesthetic of the brutalist style goes perfectly with the rugged cliff the house is built into.
On the other hand, it’s one of the safer designs we’ve explored here since it’s got a secure foundation and stands on firm ground.
9. What About the Environmental Impact?
Cliff houses aren’t meant to maximize the appeal of the surrounding nature only with the exterior design.
Being built in the middle of nowhere, they don’t have access to the drainage system that’s a given in every populated area.
Instead, environmentally friendly alternatives are prioritized during the construction.
Overall, the houses are subject to strict regulations in regard to environmental impact.