Have you ever felt like you’ve seen everything there is to see in the First State? Well, if you haven’t taken the time to learn about the Delaware Futuro House, you’re missing out on some fascinating history! Read the story of the oddest pre-fab house on the Delmarva Peninsula below, and keep an eye out the window next time you head down Route 1.

Many Delawareans have driven past the roadside spaceship on Route 1, just outside of Lewes. While it's sure to catch your eye, did you ever realize that this oddity was actually somebody's house?
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While most of us refer to the landmark as "the UFO", it's actually a Futuro House built here in the 1970s.
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These oddly shaped homes were first designed by architect Matti Suuronen in 1968. Suuronen intended the Futuro houses to be portable ski chalets.
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Very few Futuro houses remain standing today, and while they're all unique, they were each designed to offer modern conveniences in a minimalist home. You could say they were the first of the "Tiny Home" trend!
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In this photo from the Delaware Public Archives, you can see that the Delaware Futuro House has been a roadside attraction for generations.
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The house is still occupied today, so if you're going to visit, make sure to not disturb the homeowner. This one-of-a-kind roadside oddity sure gets a lot of attention.
Google Local / Zanna McNeill
Can you imagine life inside a Futuro? Does it sound like a dream come true, or do you need your space to sprawl out?
Google Local / Tilly Lo

The Delaware Futuro House is just one of the strange things you’ll see if you spend time driving around the First State. Take This Quirky Road Trip To Visit Delaware’s Most Unique Roadside Attractions.

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