There are few things Minecraft doesn't offer to its players. With nearly infinite and unique worlds, there are options to either stick with the classic survival experience or just turn on the cheats, switch to creative mode, and build away. With more blocks and variety on the way, the options are bound to expand.
However, building in the game isn't always easy. A lot of it requires thinking outside of the box and using blocks in a creative way to simulate structures. While everyone has their own style, it's always nice to get inspiration from other builders. Here are great Minecraft house ideas to inspire players in their next survival or creative game.
Updated on January 10th, 2022 by Russ Boswell: It's 2022 and Minecraft is chugging along stronger than ever thanks to its Latest Caves and Cliffs update. Players are hopping back into Minecraft and starting entirely new worlds to experience new and exciting features. With all the new and returning players jumping into the game, many are looking for some unique and detailed Minecraft house ideas. Thankfully, there are tons of Minecraft house ideas online, with many featuring detailed tutorials and some great blueprints. To better showcase some of the coolest Minecraft house ideas to spring up as a product of Minecraft Caves and Cliffs, the following list has been updated to include even more entries.
26 Hobbit Hole Storage Or Home
One of the toughest things to handle in Minecraft is storage. Players will amass so much loot and crafting materials as they progress through their survival world that they will need a myriad of chests to store it all. Thankfully, there are even some builds out there with storage in mind, like this one from Youtuber TheMythicalSausage. It takes the concept of an "underground storage" and amps it up to eleven. This design could even be used for a base, combination of the two, or anything else that players can dream up.
It's simplistic enough for many ot build in a survival world but also maintains enough detail to be visually stunning, especially from the outside. It can be cut practically into any hillside, giving players a range of biomes to use it in. This is the perfect build for those that are looking to add their own personal touches while still starting out with a solid frame of reference.
25 Small Mountain Home
One of the best parts of Minecraft's new Caves and Cliffs update are the expansive mountain ranges that now spread rampant through newly generated worlds. These high peaks give players an amazing view of the surrounding areas and can be pretty exciting to build within, especially if players can manage to build a house that "looks and feels" as if it belongs atop a towering mountain.
Those that are just starting out in a Mountain biome and need a fresh (and fairly simple) home should check out this design from Youtuber ItsMarloe. It's the perfect starter base for those that want to spread roots high atop the clouds. Its small size keeps players from spending hours grinding out the necessary materials in Survival Mode and ItsMarloe still manages to pack in an impressive nine barrels for storage by using them as flooring. It's a genius design that includes everything a player needs to survive while simultaneously looking like an isolated mountain retreat.
24 Impressive Tree House
It can be quite the challenge and reward to build some of the tutorials on this list in Survival Mode but there are many Minecraft players that love logging in, switching to Creative Mode, and letting their imaginations run wild. Those that are looking to build something a bit more impressive, with the aid of Creative Mode, should check out this literal tree house from Youtuber Typface. This expansive, elegant, and detailed house sprouts up as if it was carved from a large tree, complete with leaves and an adjoining tree that provides a staircase and bridge.
It's immense in scale while still being small enough to look believable in a Minecraft world. Although it's possible to create something of this magnitude in Survival Mode, it would definitely take a lot of time and resources. Typface provides a step-by-step build guide in the Youtube video above that will leave players with an impressive Tree House that is far more eye-catching than simply building a few platforms in the treetops.
23 Hanging House
Those looking to live high above the clouds may want to consider a hanging house, which uses a "chain-like" design to drop from a cliffside. SheepGG brings this fantastic design to life, complete with anything a player may need to survive all packed into a modern-yet-compact living space. It's a stroke of genius and definitely an eye-catching house that should shock and inspire any player that sees it.
Thankfully, the creator broke down the process on how to create this structure in the Youtube video above, making a useful step-by-step guide for players that want to construct something similar.
22 Japanese Style House
Minecraft features a wide array of unique biomes and these "changes in scenery" have inspired some players to create various structure styles to breathe even more life into their pixelated worlds. Those that are looking to bring different cultures into their Minecraft map may want to consider crafting a traditional Japanese-style Temple-like home. These intricate designs are breathtakingly beautiful in real life and translate well into Minecraft's blocky worlds.
BlueBits put together this easy-to-follow and detailed Youtube video outlining how players can create their own Japanese-style house in Minecraft. It's an ideal place to start for inspiration concerning these types of designs.
21 Moon-Shaped Mountain House
Mountain homes are a long-time favorite among Minecraft builders. It gives a solid foundation to work on, but even then, players shouldn't feel restricted by their environment. The proof is in this moon-shaped mountain-side house that looks gorgeous despite its humble size.
The home not only has a great view, but the shape itself makes it a unique and cool Minecraft home, and a great build idea for Minecraft. To see the original photo that does the build true justice, check out the builder's, Artic_Uno's, post on Reddit.
20 Underground Circle House
Those looking for something unique, stylish, and underground, should definitely check out this design from Tanol Games. A lot of underground designs focus on making hidden entrances or tunnels down into bases but this design opts to create a silo-like bunker structure, leaving the top open and absorbing the nature of the area surrounding the underground house itself. It's got a much more "open feeling" while still maintaining the idea that it's below ground.
This step-by-step video offers the basis for the structure and foundation, as well as some ideas for the interior, giving players a chance to build their own unique underground oasis.
19 Modern Mansion Base
Most players tend to favor traditional building styles and medieval homes when building their bases, but when looking at new Minecraft house ideas, it's a good idea to step outside of one's comfort zone. That's why modern bases are a great option.
This modern mansion built by Bladjomir on Reddit is massive in size but is big enough to house everything one could need in a survival Minecraft base. It's always better to have a bit more space than not enough.
18 Rustic Savanna Home
While searching for Minecraft house ideas, an important decision to make is the choice of biome. Biomes and environments can significantly affect the way the build looks and what kind of materials and resources look good.
The savanna biome is not the first choice for many, but it does have a lot of potential. While this house built by RavenTheDawg only has a savanna in the background, it still fits in perfectly into the arid environment as a more traditional and medieval Minecraft house. Plus, it uses some of the new blocks introduced in 1.17 to its advantage.
17 Minecraft Amethyst Geode Home
Players who hate building houses and prefer furnishing might choose to build their new Minecraft home inside an existing structure, such as an amethyst geode. Added in the 1.17 update, these geodes are pretty commonly found underground or underwater, and are very beautiful from the inside.
This brilliant Minecraft house idea was made by Reddit user widici. It uses some of the best purple blocks in the game to create a really unique and cool Minecraft base with the basics included. The side of the geode which is typically broken open has been turned into a large window that looks out into the ocean, so it's a cheap underwater home at the same time as well.
16 Multiplayer-Friendly Minecraft Base
Minecraft is a lot of fun with friends, and taking on massive building projects becomes more feasible with multiple people onboard. Players building on survival multiplayer servers who plan on making a joint base with friends have a lot of options when it comes to house ideas in Minecraft.
Reddit user AmazingCandle shared their Minecraft SMP server build, a huge Minecraft base suspended in the sky with multiple circular rooms. The sheer size of it is impressive, and the best part is, everyone living there has plenty of space for everything they need.
15 Diagonal Minecraft Home
When building a Minecraft house, most players tackle the challenge with a very straightforward mind. However, building an old regular box and then expanding on it isn't the only way to make a fabulous house in the game. Those who want to spice things up only need to switch directions.
Swordself_MC decided to go for a diagonal build instead, where the actual house has a diagonally built side right next to its front-facing entrance. This cool Minecraft house design creates an unexpected depth to the build that looks absolutely amazing, especially with this classic cottage style.
14 Wooden Mansion
Large Minecraft house designs tend to be difficult projects because they take a lot of planning and decoration to actually look good. Most of the time they end up looking too boxy, unless the player manages to create shape and depth in a way that gives the house a much more interesting look.
Zach4455 nailed it with this wooden mansion of four levels, using just some of the basic blocks available in the game. The shaped windows and the use of fences, gates, and lanterns really help to make the build look gorgeous and detailed. They even have a tutorial included for their build.
13 The Palo Alto Lantern House
When all else fails, there's no better place to look for inspiration than the real world. Translating that into Minecraft, however, is no easy task due to the various limitations the game puts into place with blocks and placement. That being said, this Minecraft house idea definitely is close to its real world version.
Doodlemerson was inspired by the Palo Alto Lantern House located in real-world California. A gorgeous, luxurious modern build, it actually translates brilliantly into the game and looks just as luxurious as the real deal.
12 Island Temple
No matter how simple a Minecraft house idea is, great landscaping can make a world's difference. In this case, even the build is absolutely fantastic, showcasing a somewhat Asian style architecture with its curved pagoda style roof.
This temple build was created by besafewearshoes, who put a lot of attention to the small details of the gardens by including tons of flowers and lanterns to give this build that ethereal look. Moreover, rather than growing actual trees, they just made one of their own by constructing an organic trunk and adding the leaves in.
11 Cat House
A house doesn't always have to look like a house. In fact, it can look like anything the player wants. Sky's the limit when it comes to Minecraft house ideas, and this white kitty-shaped house surrounded by cats and made of glass and concrete definitely proves that point.
Xxcutebuildxx lives up to their name by gracing everyone with this absolutely adorable cat shaped build. It actually also works on the inside, the cat face only being the front facade of the house. Combined with a cutesy texture pack, this house will look even better.
10 Desert House
Deserts are well known to be one of the most hated biomes in the game. Due to lack of plants and other structures, it's pretty bland to live in a desert. Plus, it's difficult to get food when a desert biome is the spawn point of the world. However, after a good start, there are some cool Minecraft house ideas build.
By using the different kinds of sandstone available, houses like this one by Antonio_M8 really stand out in the biome. It even looks a bit like a holiday home with its airy second floor balcony and the amount of windows that open the home up a bit. It's also a nice touch to add some plants to spice up an otherwise dry build.
9 Oceanside Castle
There are generally two kinds of players in Minecraft: those who love building tiny, delicate houses and those who love going all in and becoming rulers of their land. It might be nice to take up a challenge and do something different for a change. By varying size and style, new building styles can be learned and players can easily come up with new Minecraft house ideas.
Building a nice mansion with an actual estate like player DTH217 did here, from gardens to dungeons to even a lighthouse might just be all the inspiration needed for a survival game that's starting to turn stale. Not only is the project challenging, but it also demands a lot of planning and gathering the right resources.
8 Mountain Hut
Flat ground isn't always the most ideal place for a house. When it comes to a perfect location, sky's the limit, and sometimes building in places where it would otherwise seem impossible to imagine a house just might be the perfect spot for one.
Player and builder Goldrobin proves this time and time again in his incredible creations. This tiny wooden hut that hugs the side of a mountain, actually going into the mountain is a perfect place for a Minecraft survival home design. Plus, mountains are pretty easy to come across, so just pick your favorite and get building.
7 Ice Spike Mini Home
Minecraft has some pretty unique biomes, including the very rare but aesthetically pleasing Ice Plains Spikes biome. This cold, snowy biome is filled with icy stalagmite-like structures that rise up quite high towards the skies. And yes, they can be turned into crazy Minecraft house ideas, as DrillTrill did.
One think to note, however, is that ice melts with nearby torches. Instead, using End Rods as lighting is much better and suits the general style of the build as well. No one will ever suspect that one ice spike is someone's house, but even if they do they'll probably be too impressed to grief the house or steal its contents. Not to mention, mobs will have a hard time getting in here.