Amazing UFO homes that are out of this world

Spaceship houses that fell from the stars

Futuro House

Ever wanted to live in a spaceship? Whether it's a classic flying saucer or a cubist spacecraft à la Star Trek, these futuristic homes look ready to fly back to their homeworld. If you prefer your properties from a different planet, read on to discover the finest outer space real estate...

The Spaceship Home, Madrid, Spain

NOEM

Designed for a science fiction fan who wanted to enjoy the spectacular views from this forest plot, the Spaceship House was created by NOEM, a Barcelona-based design studio. As sturdy as it looks, the home is a prefabricated construction and was built from three wooden modules and a metal frame, taking just 14 weeks to construct.

The Spaceship Home, Madrid, Spain

NOEM

Ready to take off at any second, the home's external staircase is actually from an old Spanair aeroplane. Suitable for sustainably-minded aliens too, the property is built to Passivhaus environmental standards and incorporates a natural ventilation system and thick insulation to limit energy usage.

The Spaceship Home, Madrid, Spain

NOEM

Eagle-eyed Star Wars fans might spot that the house has a control panel like those used in the films, seen here on the left. The innovative system controls the home’s lighting, temperature and security from two iPads inset into the futuristic display. Even more incredible, the external stair lights can be turned on via the owner’s phone when they're returning home.

The Spaceship Home, Madrid, Spain

NOEM

It's not just about the gadgets though as the home also has some pretty impressive views of the surrounding forest. Its metal legs raise the structure 13 feet above the ground with the scenic terrace offering the perfect vantage point to soak up those woodland vistas. May the Force (and the sun) be with you.

Sculpture House, California, USA

Realtor

The aliens have landed and we want to steal their home design ideas. This marvellous white dome home in California was built in 1969 by landscape architect and artist Mary Gordon. Nestled within a verdant walled garden, the unique property was intended as an art studio and its creative origins are still clear to see.

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Sculpture House, California, USA

Realtor

When it came to the architecture, Mary wanted to channel the free-flowing lines and organic shapes commonly found in nature. Only 700 square feet, the property is constructed from concrete reinforced with rebar and clad in plaster. Far more solid than its intricate design appears, the home withstood the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake.

Sculpture House, California, USA

Realtor

After buying the house for $560,000 in 2013 from the Gordon family, owner Cynthia Williams renovated and refreshed the kitchen, adding double-glazed windows and a luxurious freestanding bathtub to the master bathroom. Other key additions include cosy reading nooks, a fireplace and a stylish spiral staircase.

Sculpture House, California, USA

Realtor

Sold for £770,000 ($990k) in 2019, the elegant Sculpture House is located just one block away from Santa Cruz's La Selva beach. Gordon’s thoughtful design ensures the property is light and airy, and while it might not accommodate intergalactic travel, it'd certainly make the perfect oceanside getaway.

Spacecraft residence, Warrington, New Zealand

Airbnb

This remarkable New Zealand home looks like ET might emerge from it at any moment. Exceptionally rare, Futuro houses were created during the 1970s by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen. Today, there are as few as 100 of these spaceship structures in existence.

Spacecraft residence, Warrington, New Zealand

Airbnb

Originally constructed as one of 12 spaceships in Christchurch, this Futuro house was displayed at the 1974 Commonwealth Games before being transported to its current location, Warrington, in 1975. As part of the original sale, homeowners had to exhibit their UFO homes to the public for two days before they were allowed to move in.

Spacecraft residence, Warrington, New Zealand

Airbnb

This futuristic property is a prefabricated construction, with its egg-like form built up in sections using fibreglass-reinforced polyester plastic. Innovative for its time, the house was constructed on site simply by bolting the individual segments together.

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Spacecraft residence, Warrington, New Zealand

Airbnb

Measuring 678 square feet, the rotund residence offers cosy compact living across one bedroom and one bathroom. Any aliens that confuse this home with their spaceship would find themselves in a 70s time warp thanks to the patterned sofa and retro orange furniture. If you’re looking for a supernatural flying saucer experience, the home is available to rent from £60 ($78) per night with Airbnb.

Pensacola Beach Dome Home, Florida, USA

Vrbo

If Martians take holidays, we’re guessing this would be their vacation home of choice. The incredible Pensacola Beach Dome Home was built in 2003 and is located just a short walk away from the Floridian coast. But its unique design is more than just aesthetically pleasing – it’s also a specially designed hurricane-proof house.

Pensacola Beach Dome Home, Florida, USA

Vrbo

Constructed from concrete and steel, the 3,122-square-foot home has incredibly strong walls to survive whatever nature throws at it. The property has even proven itself on national TV – in 2004, the NBC News weather team hunkered down in the house to ride out Hurricane Ivan and the dome survived intact. We reckon any aliens plotting an invasion will be stealing a few structural tips from this home.

Pensacola Beach Dome Home, Florida, USA

Vrbo

Taking cover from a freak storm would be no hardship here. Dome Home makes a pretty comfortable hideout thanks to its stunning pool and dramatic double-height living space. And once the weather clears, there are two spectacular decks to the rear and front of the house where you can glimpse dramatic ocean views.

Pensacola Beach Dome Home, Florida, USA

Vrbo

With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, plus a whirlpool tub, there's plenty of space for the whole family. The home is also fitted with a geothermal heat pump to keep heating bills low during the winter months. If you fancy experiencing extraterrestrial-style luxury, the Dome Home is available to rent from Paradise Beach Homes from £584 ($750) a night.

Star Trek-inspired property, Tennessee, USA

Zillow

In 1972, a man called Curtis King built this unusual UFO-shaped home for his son to live long and prosper in. Right off the back of the Star Trek craze of the 60s, King took every step to make this property as extraterrestrial as possible, even adding a retractable staircase.

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Star Trek-inspired property, Tennessee, USA

Zillow

The home's circular architecture is reflected inside too, with much of the furniture referencing the round structure. Built from steel and concrete, the 2,000-square-foot property cost King £194,000 ($250k) to build in 1972. Sadly, there aren't quite so many people ready to commit to the spaceship life these days, with the house selling for just £101,000 ($130k) in 2008.

Star Trek-inspired property, Tennessee, USA

Zillow

Inside, the property's curved interiors are cosy and characterful. Circle motifs reoccur across the furnishings, from the wrought-iron railings to the retro light fittings. While a little dated, the open-plan layout has every amenity for modern living.

Star Trek-inspired property, Tennessee, USA

Zillow

In the curved lounge alcove, an outer space mural encircles the border while egg-style chairs offer a comfy spot to kick back and relax. While these days, the retractable staircase is no longer functioning, this one-of-a-kind home still offers a unique space-age experience.

Capital Hill Residence, Moscow, Russia

Zaha Hadid

Celebrated Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid designed the futuristic Capital Hill Residence in Russia for her friend Vladislav Doronin in 2008. Sadly, the home was only completed in 2018, two years after Hadid’s death. The sci-fi home is the only residential property designed by the world-famous architect.

Capital Hill Residence, Moscow, Russia

Zaha Hadid

Not just your regular UFO, the property is raised 72 feet above the ground, creating the illusion of a spacecraft coming in to land. Set in the middle of the Barvikha Forest in Moscow, Doronin wanted panoramic views of the landscape so Hadid designed the house to sit above the treetops. The property has three floors featuring 360-degree glazing for spectacular outlooks for every room.

Capital Hill Residence, Moscow, Russia

Zaha Hadid

Inside, there’s a glass lift and staircase which offer impressive panoramas of the woodlands as you ascend through the house. The ground floor includes a lounge and kitchen along with a couple of entertaining spaces and a luxurious swimming pool.

Capital Hill Residence, Moscow, Russia

Zaha Hadid

But the most outstanding feature in the property is the master bedroom. Located at the top of a thin concrete stalk which floats above the tree canopy, Hadid made sure Doronin got his wish for a secluded forest view – he’ll definitely be the first to spot any UFO action!

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Steel House, Texas, USA

Robert Bruno

The distinctive Steel House was a passion project by Robert Bruno, an eccentric American sculptor, who began building the structure in 1973. Bruno made the Steel House from 150 tons of blackened steel, welding each piece by hand over a period of 35 years.

Steel House, Texas, USA

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Sadly, Bruno died in 2008 and the house remains unfinished, with his plans of adding an aquarium and a swimming pool never realised. Known for taking on ambitious projects, the structure that remains is still a groundbreaking feat of architecture.

Steel House, Texas, USA

Robert Bruno

The interior of the house is made of wood, with the structure modelled on a tree trunk. Many of the windows are filled with stained glass, casting shimmering light down into the building when the sun is shining. While the multi-level house is exciting to explore, there are some gaping holes between floors where the construction was never completed.

Steel House, Texas, USA

Robert Bruno

Today, Bruno’s neighbour, Charles Hobbs, acts as the building manager and tour guide of the Steel House. Although people have begged him to finish the futuristic structure, Hobbs has stuck by Bruno’s wishes and left the home frozen in its unfinished state.

Round House, New York, USA

Remax

The late American comedian, musician and actor Jackie Gleason built the Round House in 1959 as a retreat from his busy working life. Gleason's interest in the paranormal was well-documented and he fittingly nicknamed the 3,950-square-foot home The Mothership.

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Round House, New York, USA

Remax

Unbelievably, this vast quirky property is a pre-fab. The house was built by a shipbuilder in an airplane hangar before being reassembled on site for Gleason. Interior fixtures reflect the home's circular architecture, with the bed in the master suite measuring an astounding eight feet in circumference. The best bit? The television built into the ceiling.

Round House, New York, USA

Remax

One of the most impressive features is the marble spiral staircase that sits at the heart of the home. Gleason was involved at all stages of the dwelling's design process and even bought a quarry in Italy when he needed more marble for its construction. For a wow-factor finish, the circumference of the property is lined with 360-degree glass walls and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Round House, New York, USA

Remax

Featuring a large walk-in shower and suspended vanity mirror, even the bathroom is round! The house also has an office, four bars and a broadcasting studio. Gleason eventually sold The Roundhouse to CBS before it was bought by an orthodontist for £117,000 ($150k) in 1976. The unique house went on the market for £9.4 million ($12m) in 2018.

UFO mansion, Washington, USA

Sotheby's International Realty

Described as the Guggenheim Museum meets a spaceship, this sculptural house is certainly one of a kind. The architectural masterpiece sits in 85 acres of luscious land and its luxurious features include a saltwater pool and even an archery range.

UFO mansion, Washington, USA

Sotheby's International Realty

The house belonged to De Beers diamond heiress Rebecca Oppenheimer who bought the site in 2003 and spent three years designing the incredible property. The four-bedroom home has 80 acres and is ultra-sustainable with geothermal water heaters and a solar hot water system.

UFO mansion, Washington, USA

Sotheby's International Realty

This saltwater pool with retractable French doors is just one of the mansion’s stand-out features. Elsewhere, there's a media room, steam room, helipad, barn and a landscaped garden. There’s also a chicken coop and a beehive that comes complete with a beekeeper. What more could you ask for?

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UFO mansion, Washington, USA

Sotheby's International Realty

Oppenheimer’s house even has a copper-lined focus room which could be used for meditation, relaxation or possibly communing with extraterrestrial beings if you’re that way inclined. The Space Age mansion went on sale for £8.6 million ($11m) in 2018.

Futuro house, Le Havre, France

Futuro House

The second Futuro home on the list, this property is another of Finnish architect Matti Suuronen's rare creations. Artist Craig Barnes visited the fibreglass spaceship home in South Africa in 2013 and couldn’t resist purchasing it.

Futuro house, Le Havre, France

Futuro House

After transporting it back to Herefordshire in the UK, Barnes painstakingly reassembled and restored the dwelling in 2014. The Futuro house was first exhibited at Matt’s Gallery in Mile End, London before moving to Central St Martins in King’s Cross and then relocating to its current position in Le Havre, France.

Futuro house, Le Havre, France

Futuro House

Inside, the restored Futuro house is every bit the sci-fi spacecraft, with futuristic yellow chairs lining the circular interior. White orb pendant lights complete the UFO design – we imagine any passing aliens would feel pretty at home here.

Futuro house, Le Havre, France

Futuro House

The home was last on display in Le Havre, France in a spot chosen for its panoramic views of the French coastline. Barnes is passionate about opening up the unique structure to the public and has plans to showcase it in other locations in the future. Keep your eyes peeled – there could be a UFO flying into a city near you...

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