This book showcases the latest trends and innovations in rural housing architecture and design. Houses Out of the City brings together a selection of thirteen spectacular rural housing projects from around the world - including projects in Portugal, Iceland, the USA, and New Zealand. Featuring full-colour photography, detailed architectural plans and illustrations, alongside a brief description of each project, this volume showcases how rural houses can be designed with both the comfort and well-being of their occupants and a sensibility for their surroundings in mind.