Freighter ships are set to be transformed into 200-foot long luxury homes where you can snooze in the stern.
Dutch architects are working on a ground-breaking project to transform retired cargo ships into eco-friendly luxury homes. Developers are hoping to restore up to 14 boats to make up two sustainable communities in Holland.
The ambitious Marine-doc Estate project will renovate freighters with
- modern facilities
- a spacious living room
- large rooftop garden terrace to relax
- spread out over natural landscapes with open water connections
If plans go swimmingly, the collaboration between Studio Komma, Studio Kees Marcelis, and landscape architect Buro Poelmans Reesink could be rolled in countries around the world. Implementation will begin later this year on the unique living concept.
There are no details yet on where the 200-foot long estates will be re-built or how much it would cost to own one.
Part of the process will involve lifting ships out of their boat yards by crane to be placed into their new locations on land. And focus is on retaining its nautical origins such as the stern, wheelhouse and foredeck.
The project will start with the reuse of Kempenaar, a ship that has reached the end of economic lifespan on water.
The Blueprint
Blueprints for a sample unit show the lower deck has a large living space with adjacent outdoor terrace and a master bedroom with en suite.
In total, there appears to be three bedrooms, a kitchen, storage facilities, windows, sliding doors and bathroom as well as an indoor garage to park a car in the bow of the ship.
A staircase leads to the top deck garden lined with sun-loungers, plants and benches offering 360° views.
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Source: Daily Mail
