The Earth House is a 2014 design concept by Molos Group, a Kosovo-based architecture studio, for a home set into the ground outside Tirana, Albania. Published material shows it as a visualization, and we found no record that it was built.
| Key fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Studio | Molos Group (Kosovo-based) |
| Year | 2014 |
| Site | Away from the busy streets of Tirana, Albania |
| Status | Concept study, no completion found |
| Idea | Earth-sheltered house with asymmetrical lines and an approach over water |
Design
The house is built into the ground so that it meets its surroundings instead of sitting on top of them. The ground hides and reveals the structure depending on where you stand. Large glazed surfaces bring daylight into the living areas, and the lines are mostly asymmetrical.
The entrance is the best trick: a pathway that crosses water. Materials listed in the project coverage include concrete, glass, wood and green roofs.
“The position of the house is in the midst of nature, far away the busy streets of Tirana. The house was projected that way, to be by all means in touch with nature, because we believe that the beauty in architecture is a reflection of the beauty of nature.” That is how the guys from Molos Group explain it.
Status
This one remains on paper. Earth-sheltered homes use soil as insulation and often a green roof, which is why architects return to the idea. Images and the project credit come from Molos Group. For more projects like this, browse our Luxury Homes page.
FAQ
What is the Earth House project?
It is a 2014 concept for an earth-sheltered home near Tirana, Albania, designed by Molos Group.
Who designed the Earth House?
Molos Group, an architecture studio based in Kosovo.
Was the Earth House built?
We found no record of construction. It is presented as a visualization or concept study.
What is special about the entrance?
Visitors approach the house along a pathway that crosses water.
What is the design style?
Contemporary, with mostly asymmetrical lines, large glazed surfaces and a form that sinks into the ground.
Where is the Earth House meant to stand?
Away from the busy streets of Tirana, Albania, in the middle of nature.
Last updated: October 2026.
