Photo: Ilya Ivanov via New Atlas
We’ve heard a lot lately about tiny houses, smart houses, green ones, 3D-printed houses, and other modern, futuristic constructions. But here's a fresh one for you: how about living in a 39 ft long tubular house that looks like a pipe?
If you can’t envision it, not to worry, someone already built one as an art project. Russian architect Sergey Kuznetsov, who holds the title of Chief Architect of Moscow, designed the pipe-like structure for the Archstoyanie art festival in Nikola-Lenivets, Russia. It is said to be the largest art park in Europe and is located in Kaluga. The architect was helped by construction company KROST.
Back to the tubular house, it measures 39 ft (12m) in length and 11 ft (3.5m) in width, which qualifies it more for short getaways over the weekend, rather than a permanent living space.
With a 0.15 in (4mm) stainless steel cladding and a weight of around 12 tons, the Russian Quintessential is secured with just six bolts and is properly insulated with foam to cope even with cold winter temperatures, which are emblematic for Russia.
While you wouldn’t think so based on the claustrophobic shape of the Quintessential, the interior of this tubular structure is quite cozy and roomy. It consists of a small balcony area, a minimalist kitchenette that has a sink, microwave, and cabinetry, as well as a bathroom with a toilet and shower. They even squeezed a double bed in there.
The access to this weird, reflective “pipe” house is made through glass doors located at the opposite end of the balcony.
Sergey Kuznetsov claims his art/architectural project is a statement to what is considered perfection in Russian architecture today and the location of the festival was inspiring for the Quintessential to be born. The architect added that he hopes his work will be relevant for future generations.
Back to the tubular house, it measures 39 ft (12m) in length and 11 ft (3.5m) in width, which qualifies it more for short getaways over the weekend, rather than a permanent living space.
With a 0.15 in (4mm) stainless steel cladding and a weight of around 12 tons, the Russian Quintessential is secured with just six bolts and is properly insulated with foam to cope even with cold winter temperatures, which are emblematic for Russia.
While you wouldn’t think so based on the claustrophobic shape of the Quintessential, the interior of this tubular structure is quite cozy and roomy. It consists of a small balcony area, a minimalist kitchenette that has a sink, microwave, and cabinetry, as well as a bathroom with a toilet and shower. They even squeezed a double bed in there.
The access to this weird, reflective “pipe” house is made through glass doors located at the opposite end of the balcony.
Sergey Kuznetsov claims his art/architectural project is a statement to what is considered perfection in Russian architecture today and the location of the festival was inspiring for the Quintessential to be born. The architect added that he hopes his work will be relevant for future generations.
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