In Huntsville, Texas, a house does not need a conventional roofline or familiar rectangular walls to serve as a place to live. One small rental property takes the shape of an enormous cowboy boot, bringing a recognisable piece of Western clothing into residential architecture. Standing 35 feet tall, the building combines an unusual exterior with the practical features of a two-bedroom home. It also reflects the approach of its creator, artist and builder Dan Phillips, who has spent years making houses from reclaimed materials. The property sits about 70 miles north of Houston, where its distinctive silhouette sets it apart from the surrounding homes.
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