A Chinese man glued a house with shells for 2 years - and it turned out to be a local curiosity (11 photos)

This traditional Chinese house is located on Lingshan Island, east coast of China. It has its own unique history. Owner for two years he was engaged in its alteration, and now created a local Sight.





The owner of this mansion, Xiao Yongsheng, A few years ago I decided to renovate my house. He originally wanted refurbish it by hiring modern designers and architects, but because of the high cost, he abandoned this idea .. Then he another came. He began collecting shells from the sea, and decided to cover them with shells the whole house.



The next two years were spent decorating the whole house with shells of various kinds. shapes and sizes. Now they simply cannot be counted - there are thousands of them, and they everywhere. "I've always liked shells, but I never thought use them for something. One morning I was walking along the shore, I saw a beautiful shell, and realized that in front of me is a whole wealth natural building material. I used shells for everything - for decor, for the roof, as handles, and pieces for mosaics, "- said the owner of the house.





The owner does not currently live in it. This house is used in as a museum showcasing the history of the island and local fishermen. Once it was just a fantasy idea of ​​the owner, and now - the main attraction of the whole island. Everything once grand started small!