The Strangest Buildings in the World

You think you know unconventional architecture?

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In today's world, where we are exposed to an overload of images and ideas, something must be extremely unique in order to be called strange. Although some of us may believe that we have seen it all thanks to the Internet—from the conventionally boring to the weirdly creative—this list of The 25 Strangest Buildings in the World may come as a surprise.

While some constructions have adopted shapes of animals and objects to form their facade, others take on bizarre building methods and materials. Including hotels, offices, homes, and abandoned sites of local businesses, these structures cannot be passed without pausing. Regardless of the varying technical aspects, these buildings collectively provide a look into the history of unconventional architecture.

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Magic Mountain Lodge

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Tianzi Garden Hotel

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Crooked House

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Honey Bee Hive House

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Dog Bark Park Inn

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La Balade des Gnomes

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The Big Duck

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Dancing House

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Shell Service Gas Station

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Hat 'n' Boots

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Lucy the Elephant

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Teapot Gas Station

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Hotel Spirit

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Airplane Service Station

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Hang Nga Guesthouse

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The Big Chicken

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The Big Apple

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The Donut Hole

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1950s Bristol Freighter Motel

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Upside Down House

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Longaberger Basket Home Office

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The Coffee Pot

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Mushroom House

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Shark Bar

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Wonder Egg

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