From historic buildings to colorful pieces of art: the unique home of New York

The architecture of New York is very diverse. If you have free time, it’s worth a ride around the city to see these attractive houses that can inspire you.

Photo: The Armor-Stiner (Octagon) House / Facebook

1. The Armor-Stiner House, Irvington

Also known as Octagon House, Armor-Stiner House is a Victorian-style house located in the Hudson Valley that is shaped like an octagon. Surprisingly, there are actually quite a few octagonal houses in New York City, but this is simply one of the most visually stunning. Listed as a National Monument for over 40 years, the house was built in 1860 and is a true work of art. Right on West Clinton Avenue, the four-story building even has its own observatory.

2. Mushroom House, Pittsford

Photo: Mushroom House / Facebook

Mushroom house is one of the most visually unique homes in New York City, located in Pittsford on Park Road. Built in the early 1970s, the house is made up of three 80-ton concrete mushrooms and has a fabulous interior. Inside the home you will see unique tile work, stained glass windows and even more unique decor. Since 1989, this house has been considered a city landmark. For the past few years, it has even been available for rent for housing.

3. Just Room Enough Island, Alexandria Bay

Photo: Mr. Gray / Flickr

The house was bought by a family in the 1950's. They even planted a tree on the ground, so that a piece of land was officially considered an island. The land here is enough only for the house, but the backyard has nowhere to place.

4. The Painted Village In The Sky, Tannersville

Photo: Tannersville NY / Facebook

To the north in Catskills is located the small town of Tannersville. The charming town once had a main street, no different from any other street, until one of the residents repainted his house into something colorful and fabulous. After that, the remaining residents used the idea in their homes.

Travel around the city of Tannersville and you will find several houses with a fancy color combination.

5. Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz

Photo: cgc76 / Flickr

Perhaps one of New York's most famous "homes", Mohonk Township is a Victorian castle that sits along the shores of Lake Mohonk. Built between 1800-1900, the home is full of period charm, and lucky New Yorkers can now spend the night in this unique home.

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