When a tiny house is also a smart home, downsizing can feel a lot more like upgrading, and with futuristic options like this ...

But architecture firm Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners' new apartment building design, called the "Tree House," captures that floating, playful aesthetic. Made from locally-sourced timber ...

For more futuristic houses, check out our coverage of 3D-printed concrete houses and this Pi-controlled automated green house.