Readers can't decide if a proposed Californian desert home made up of splayed white shipping containers should be classified as architecture or art in this week's comments update.
Arthouse: renderings of a house formed from a cluster of white cargo containers, planned for Joshua Tree by James Whitaker, seemed to split commenters' opinion on whether the residence was actually suitable for human habitation.
Youreastar felt the project had potential to be a landmark: "The building looks like it mimics the spiky plants in the landscape. This would look great on Google Maps, I can just see the architectural students lining up to take photos!"
But Mark argued that this shouldn't be the goal of a residence: "This is just an object, like a modern art sculpture with no purpose other than contemplation. It's interesting as a museum piece, not as a home." Larry felt the same way: "This isn't a house, it's an 'art installation'. This is what happens when one has more money than common sense."
"Gorgeous sculptural concept. Not at all sure how clever or appropriate it is in this setting, however ? Joshua Tree gets HOT," added Dan Brill, who was worried by the choice of materials for the location.
But Keith Sheridan seemed to approve of the plans: "Great example of using a pre-existing inexpensive module to create a unique and inspiring space. And the architectural structure does, in fact, reflect the rock formations surrounding it.&qu...