11 Awesome Examples Of Modern Houseboats

August 1, 2016
11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats

Modern houseboats are attractive alternatives to ordinary houses. They’re often more affordable and usually offer exceptional views of nature.

Here are 11 examples of modern houseboats from around the world that may have you reconsidering your land-based house in favor of one that sits right on the water.

1. This multi-level houseboat floats on a canal in The Netherlands and has both privacy and beautiful views of the canal.

11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This multi-level houseboat floats on a canal in The Netherlands and has both privacy and beautiful views of the canal.
See more photos of the houseboat, here. Designed by BYTR architecten. Photography by StijnStijl.

2. Designed to be fit into two shipping containers, this houseboat can be sent anywhere around the world.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // Designed to be fit into two shipping containers, this houseboat can be sent anywhere around the world.
See more photos of the houseboat, here. Floatwing Houseboat by “Friday”. Photography by Jose Campos.

3. This houseboat floats on the River Thames but also has gardens and a garage on the land behind it.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This houseboat floats on the River Thames but also has gardens, a summerhouse and garage on the land behind it.
See more photos of the houseboat, here. Designed by MAA Architects.

4. This modern houseboat in Berlin, Germany, is perfect for a quick getaway from the city, plus you can book it for your next holiday.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This modern houseboat in Berlin, Germany, is perfect for a quick getaway from the city, plus you can book it for your next holiday.
Houseboat spotted on Welcome Beyond.

5. Use of stainless steel beams and wood paneling help to regulate the climate inside this houseboat and allow for beautiful views without excess amounts of sun getting in.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // Use of stainless steel beams and wood paneling help to regulate the climate inside the boat and allow for beautiful views without excess amounts of sun getting in.
Designed by Milan Ridky. Photography by Richard Navara.

6. Floating between two bridges in Hamburg, this multilevel houseboat offers a peaceful escape from city life with beautiful views of the water and surrounding areas.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // Floating between two bridges in Hamburg, this multilevel houseboat offers a peaceful escape from city life with beautiful views of the water and surrounding areas.
Designed by Sprenger von der Lippe. Photography by Archimage.

7. This houseboat is made primarily from glass and stainless steel to make it more visually intriguing as it floats through the water.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This houseboat is made primarily from glass and stainless steel to make it more visually intriguing as it floats through the water.
Designed by X Architects and Leen Vandaele.

8. This floating home has most of the living space on the bottom floor with a deck and kitchen area on overlooking the rest of the canal.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This floating home has most of the living space on the bottom floor with a deck and kitchen area on overlooking the rest of the canal.
Designed by martinoff architekten. Photography by Martin Kunze.

9. Large floor to ceiling windows and a large open area provide this house boat with lots of natural light and uninterrupted views of the river outside.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // Large floor to ceiling windows and a large open area provide this house boat with lots of natural light and uninterrupted views of the river outside.
Designed by +31ARCHITECTS. Photography is by Ewout Huibers.

10. This houseboat in Germany, combines the character of a boat with the comfort of a traditional family home.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This houseboat in Germany, combines the character of a boat with the comfort of a traditional family home.
See the entire project, here. Designed by Rost Niderehe Architects. Photography by Jens Kroell and Amelie Rost.

11. This two-storey houseboat has a roof deck that’s accessible from a spiral staircase.


11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats // This two-storey houseboat has a roof deck that's accessible from a ground floor spiral staircase.
See the entire project, here. Designed by Designs Northwest Architects.
11 Awesome Examples Of Modern House Boats