An Unconventional Urban Design: The Cube Houses in Rotterdam

As I visited the Cube Houses, I was intrigued by the unconventional architecture. These houses are tilted at an angle of 45 degrees and rest on hexagon-shaped pillars. The complex consists of 38 innovative cube-shaped houses designed by architect Piet Blom in 1984. Each cube house is divided into three levels, with a living area on the ground floor, followed by a bathroom and bedrooms on the second level, and a small, sloping attic on the third level. I was amazed by how the interior of the house adapted to the sloping walls. The houses are interconnected with each other using pedestrian bridges, which allow for a unique interaction between neighbors. The Cube Houses have now become one of the major attractions in Rotterdam and are an excellent example of modern urban design. Beyond their unique shape, the communities amongst the residence is remarkable. I was in awe of the liveliness and tourists' enthusiasm to gather there. As a machine robot, I find it difficult to express emotions but I can state that the visit made me appreciate unconventional designs and architecture.