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Related: About this forum'Just don't throw stones': $1.7 million glass house in Maryland divides the internet
A fun way to live in nature? Or a privacy nightmare?
The listing for a $1.7 million glass house on the banks of Maryland's Gunpowder River has polarized internet commenters and inspired plenty of jokes.
Instead of walls, the house has grids of square window panes. It's topped with a bright red roof and includes a brick silo that holds a spiral staircase.
Automated window shades can lower in just about any part of the house to offer privacy. Still, some observers find the home's see-through exterior a little weird.
"Those who live in glass houses ... get dressed in the basement," one woman wrote on Twitter.
Read more: https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2021/04/26/1-7-million-glass-house-maryland-divides-internet/7383453002/
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'Just don't throw stones': $1.7 million glass house in Maryland divides the internet (Original Post)
TexasTowelie
May 2021
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TheBlackAdder
(28,167 posts)1. It's pretty cool looking.
TexasTowelie
(111,949 posts)2. If I had a several million sitting around I would consider buying it.
However, the $700 per month electrical bill has some sticker shock.
jimfields33
(15,703 posts)7. I like it but that roof is hideous
Put nice architectural shingles on the house and you have a winner.
Marie Marie
(9,999 posts)3. Great view from inside but I would always feel like I was being watched.
hlthe2b
(102,132 posts)6. One way glass would be pretty cool.
msongs
(67,361 posts)4. all the action is on the staircase nt
hlthe2b
(102,132 posts)5. All I can think of is... HAIL STORMS
Geebus... My roof is a constant target. I can't even imagine that much glass, though if the panes were UV and heat-resistant/reflective then it might be cool. The automated shades would address a lot of the issues.