Low-cost portable house prototype clad in mirrors

Casa Invisible by Austrian studio Delugan Meissl is a modular housing unit in Slovenia which earns its name via its mirrored exterior surfaces.

The home, which is one of two prototypes by the studio, blends into its surrounding countryside.

It measures in at 14.5 metres by 3.5 metres, which means they can be transported from the factory on a lorry to their destination.

The buildings are made from a prefabricated timber structure which reduces the building cost and means they can be erected by the buyer. This system allows for a flexible interior layout adapted for the individual.

It’s separated into three units, which can be configured in multiple ways. The wet cell (bathroom and kitchen) is positioned at the end of the building.

As the materials are mostly wood, it can be recycled, leaving a minimal environmental footprint.

Visually, it makes a smaller amount of interferences to the countryside than a conventional house.

The total cost is approximately $190,000.

This technique of using mirrored cladding has begun to pop up of late.

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