Switzerland's Earth Houses resemble real-life Hobbit Holes
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The Earth House Estate Lättenstrasse in Switzerland consists of several Hobbit Hole-style dwellings located around a wet courtyard
The Earth House Estate Lättenstrasse in Switzerland consists of several Hobbit Hole-style dwellings located around a wet courtyard
The Earth House Estate Lättenstrasse in Switzerland consists of several Hobbit Hole-style dwellings located around a wet courtyard
The Earth House Estate Lättenstrasse in Switzerland consists of several Hobbit Hole-style dwellings located around a wet courtyard
The interiors of the Earth Houses by Vetsch Architektur are as homely and comfortable as more traditional buildings
The interiors of the Earth Houses by Vetsch Architektur are as homely and comfortable as more traditional buildings
The interiors of the Earth Houses by Vetsch Architektur are as homely and comfortable as more traditional buildings
The interiors of the Earth Houses by Vetsch Architektur are as homely and comfortable as more traditional buildings
Article Summary
In The Lord Of The Rings the Hobbits live in the Shire in their distinctive dwellings known as Hobbit Holes. They're really just homes built into hillsides, with banked earth sitting atop the basic structures. While the Hobbits are fictional creatures, their homes are not, as people have been taking up residence in similar dwellings for many years. And the idea has now taken a firm hold with those interested in working with rather than against the environment. In other words Hobbit Holes are real and, on this occasion at least, the Shire can be found in Switzerland.
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