World Wednesday: Earth House
Named for literally being one with the earth, these homes exist in Dietikon, Switzerland. Before I go into the details of this unique home, let’s dive into some facts about the country of Switzerland!'
Switzerland is one of the only two countries to have a square flag
Coffee in Zurich is the most expensive in the world
In Switzerland citizens can challenge any law passed by Parliament
Swiss men have the longest life expectancy in the world
There are Swiss taxes for owning a dog
Parents can be overruled on what they call their child
Facts provided by expatica.com
There are nine of these homes gathered around an artificial lake. At first glance, this reminds us of Frodos home in the Lord of The Rings movie. Building underground not only looks very unique but is done for a reason as well. Being underground can help with protecting the home from rain, low temperatures and wind. This definitely accomplishes what people want to accomplish with their homes. Low cost, eco friendly and a sense of intimacy and comfort. Take a gander at a few more photos below of this home:
