The Magic Mushroom House, Inspired by a Nautilus Shell

Built in 1973, this ‘magic mushroom’ house was named after the popular hallucinogens of the time, and was designed by architect Andrew Ulrych, who was actually inspired by a nautilus shell. Though with the brown exterior and snow-frosted exterior, it’s no wonder how the name ‘magic mushroom’ was conceived.

Last week, we featured Alan B. Schwartz’s home that was given a modern makeover from the 70s era to today’s trendy tastes. Yet this house has remained unique and ‘timeless’ in its essence precisely because it has stayed true to its 70s vibe.

Filled with spider plants, moss rock and rustic wood, the house – just like Alan B. Schwartz’s 70s apartment – has a sunken living room, which the owners, Peter and Patty Findlay, affectionately refer to as the “love pit.”

Situated in Aspen, Colorado, the magic mushroom house has all the features of a contemporary luxury house, including a gym. The house totals 6,000 square foot in area, and constitutes 12 levels, all coiled around from itself.

• Source: NYT