If you listen hard enough, you can hear the Mardi Gras revelers letting les bons temps rouler in New Orleans from where you are. It’s true. Try it.

While I’ve never made it to New Orleans for Mardi Gras festivities, I certainly will put this house on my to-do list for next time I’m in the Big Easy. Dubbed the “Alligator House “(can you see the alligator?) by buildingstudio, it was built as a low-cost home for a Katrina victim in the Central City neighborhood. It’s such an interesting interpretation of the classic shotgun-style home and creates such an unforgettable street impression.





















I love this house! What a lucky family! While it may not be very big, the house looks large because it is so light and airy, and the generous front porch is very neighbor-friendly. Great job, buildingstudio!
Terrific! What's the cost to build?
It looks great but,does it fit in with the neighborhood?