Architecture Favorites: Boathouses

We can't deny the influence of architecture on Somethings Come Between Us.  

We thought we should share some of the architectural spaces and buildings that inspire us.  So, we hope you enjoy, and find some inspiration of your own.

This week, we have selected some beautiful Boathouses that caught our eye.

Boathouse in Norway

found on ArchDaily

This boat house inspires due to its simplicity and creative use of materials to create and enclose space.

photo credit - Pasi Aalto

The view of the boathouse with it's surrounding landscape is breathtaking.

photo credit - Pasi Aalto

The use of simple materials in a creative way create the wall panels that open up, making the space flexible and interactive with the exterior space.  They have canvas that is back-lit to incorporate a unique lighting in the space.

Balnearn Boathouse

found on DigsDigs

Inspired by a James Bond aesthetic, this boathouse has bold lines and a cave for keeping your boat protected.  The simple layout includes a fold-up bed, kitchenette, and a shower room.  Everything that Bond needs for his one night sleep before moving on to his next adventure scene.  

photo via DigsDigs

photo via DigsDigs

Hood Canal Boathouse

found on Bosworth Hoedemaker

Made with simplicity and balance, this boathouse opens up to become an exterior room.  Modern design techniques are merged with traditional details and materials.  Also love how close it is to the shore.  The interiors are simple, with a staircase that can be lowered via pulley to access the lofted bedroom behind the front windows.

photo credit - Alex Hayden

photo credit - Alex Hayden

We hope you enjoyed some of our selected boathouses.  If we can't have one of our own, at least we can dream through exploring them on the web.  Tell us about your favorite lake-side retreat in the comments below, and how they inspire you in daily life.