If you dream of living on a houseboat or barge but ca n't imagine giving up some of your mod cons , this floating home may be the answer . The solar-powered Water Nest 100 can be placed on any lake or river and is completely powered by solar energy . It was developed for London-based EcoFloLife by Italian architect Giancarlo Zema and has enough space to accommodate a family of four with two bedrooms . The solar-powered Water Nest 100 can be placed on any lake or river and is completely powered by solar energy . It was developed for London-based EcoFloLife by Italian architect Giancarlo Zema and has enough space to accommodate a family of four with two bedrooms . The largest model of the circular house measures 39 ft ( 12 metres ) in diameter and 13 ft ( 4 metres ) tall , with 1,076 square feet ( 100 square metres ) of floor space plus balconies . Other homes can be made to order in both 649 square feet ( 60 square metre ) and 861 square feet ( 80 square metre ) versions . Mr Zema said : 'The inspiration came from observing the water nests of water birds about the globe in which they can reside and increase their young children in comprehensive harmony with nature . ' The largest model measures 39 ft ( 12 metres ) in diameter and 13 ft ( 4 metres ) tall , with 1,076 square feet ( 100 square metres ) of space plus balconies . Other homes can be made to order in both 649 square feet ( 60 square metre ) and 861 square feet ( 80 square metre ) versions . The floating home ( pictured ) is made out of locally sourced material and up to 98 % water-resistant recycled supplies . Bathroom and kitchen skylights are located on the wooden roof , as are 649 square feet ( 60 square metres ) of amorphous photovoltaic panels capable of generating 4 kilowatts per hour . The designer said this is enough energy to power all the home 's appliances and lights . The Salsa Box mini home is made by Oregon-based Shelter Wise , and costs $ 22,500 ( £151,000 ) It has a living roof , and a fold-down window box to grow herbs and vegetables . It was originally built as an instructional model to give workshop students a clear look at each of the steps involved in building a Tiny Home . However , Shelter Wise said the design was so popular it decided to start selling it . The floating habitat is made out of locally sourced material and up to 98 per cent recycled supplies , including recycled glued laminated timber and a recycled aluminium hull - all of which are completely water resistant . In addition , internal natural micro-ventilation and air conditioning means it can be classified as ' a low-consumption ' home . Bathroom and kitchen skylights are located on the wooden roof , as are 649 square feet ( 60 square metres ) of amorphous photovoltaic panels capable of generating 4 kilowatts per hour - enough energy to power all the home 's appliances , claims the designer . Inside , the WaterNest 100 can include a living room , dining area , bedroom , kitchen and bathroom or any other configuration based on the owner 's needs . It could also be used as an office , bar , restaurant , shop or exhibition . Houses are made to order and prices start at €500,000 ( £358,000 ) and range up to €800,000 ( £57,000 ) . The home can be placed on any 'calm body of water ' and it can also be moved , albeit not easily . These prices include furnishings from EcoFloLife catalogue including chairs and beds made from cardboard and once ordered the house take a year to be manufactured and delivered . Inside , the WaterNest 100 can include a living room , dining area , bedroom , kitchen and bathroom or any other configuration based on the owner 's needs . It could also be used as an office , bar , restaurant , shop or exhibition . Prices start at €500,000 ( £358,000 ) and range up to €800,000 ( £57,000 ) and the home can be placed on any 'calm body of water ' - it can also be moved , albeit not easily . These prices include furnishings from EcoFloLife catalogue including chairs and beds made from cardboard .
Water Nest 100 was designed by architect Giancarlo Zema , has a 39ft ( 12 metre ) diameter and is 13ft ( 4 metres ) tall . Floor space covers 1,076 square ft ( 99 square metres ) - enough to accommodate a family of four with two bedrooms . Floating habitat is made from 98 % recycled supplies and powered by a 646 square ft ( 60 square metres ) solar roof . The water tank can be used as an indoor swimming pool or for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.