Sometimes harsh or unusual conditions can make people creative, so they build unusual and surprising houses.
The most unusual houses in the world aren't just creative - they are also suitable for actually living in them!
Here are a few examples of what people can build when they have to use the most of their creativity.
Located in Hellam, Pennsylvania, this quirky house is called the Haines Shoe House. It was built in the 1940s by a shoe salesman.
The inside of the house is just as fascinating as the outside, with shoe-themed decorations and furniture.
Situated in Szymbark, Poland, this upside-down house is a tourist attraction.
Everything inside is designed to mess with your mind – the furniture, the pictures on the walls, and even the chandeliers are upside down.
In Suwon, South Korea, there's a building shaped like a giant toilet. It's actually a museum dedicated to the history and culture of toilets.
Inside, you can learn about the evolution of toilets and their significance in sanitation.
Designed by architect Terry Brown, the Mushroom House in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a cluster of whimsical, mushroom-like structures.
The organic shapes and earthy tones give the house a fairytale-like appearance.
The interiors are equally imaginative, with curved walls and unique spaces.
These cube houses in Rotterdam, designed by architect Piet Blom, are tilted at a 45-degree angle.
The unusual design was meant to resemble a forest, with each cube representing an abstract tree.
The cubes are not just quirky; they are also functional, providing efficient living space within a unique architectural concept.