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13 Subterranean Homes That Are Out of This World

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Slotted into the backyard of an 1840s brick villa, the House in a Garden is a strikingly sculptural home with a funnel-shaped roof clad in gleaming copper panels. The unusual shape optimizes access to garden views and natural light—both of which were previously limited on the small, north-facing lot.