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Arkiboat Houseboats by Drew Heath Architects

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Arkiboat Houseboats are designed and built by Drew Heath Architects. Like many boats it’s a good example of how to make good use of a small space but this one is designed more like a land based tiny house.

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They agreed to undertake the project and Drew Heath, Architect and Builder, was contacted for his design genius to shed some light on the undertaking. He was given a simple spec. They wanted a good looking houseboat that opened up to a surrounding deck; a design created to capture and enjoy nature—not shut it out.

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The Arkiboat prototype was built on top of a floating platform that Ian had used for his plumbing business and occasionally as a floating cinema he operated for locals on the river. It took nine months to design, manufacture and complete; and the rest is as they say…history.

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December 3, 2009 - Category: Architecture, Latest - Posted by: Chantal - Comments: 0

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