With all of the craziness in the world that’s going on today and the rising temperature, even in the Antarctic, more people than ever are escaping the cities and going back to nature.

While some choose to live completely off-grid, others invest in vacation homes in coastal and mountain regions. If you are one of the latter, you must consider owning a stilt home.

Typically constructed to protect homes against flooding, stilt homes offer a plethora of design possibilities.

The lofty structures above the ground allow you to wake up to stunning views and breathe in the fresh air every morning. Not just that, there are many other benefits of living in stilt houses.

Stilt houses are built on elevated platforms. They are raised above the soil’s surface or a body of water and are primarily found in countries with tropical climates.

Besides a distinctive structural design, they offer protection against floods and allow homeowners to live and thrive on steep, unstable or rocky lands.

They also help keep out animals and pests, offer additional ventilation and reduce a house’s ecological footprint.

Stilt houses remain cool in the heat and allow circulation from all sides. Unlike normal homes, they offer air circulation from underneath the house, which also helps reduce energy bills.

Besides being perfect for areas prone to floods or high rainfalls, they can also be constructed on non-flat and hilly terrains.

The dry space underneath the house can store goods, chores, parking vehicles, and conducting other essential activities

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