Use these cool Minecraft house designs as inspiration for your newest build
Looking for Minecraft house ideas?Minecraftis years old and shows no sign of slowing down any time soon. If you’re looking to build your perfect Minecraft house ahead of the movie release or to take advantage of the 1.21 update, we have you covered with a range of house ideas and designs below.
We’ve compiled a list of 45 of the best Minecraft house ideas we’ve ever come across below. Each of these homes has a link to a YouTube video where you can watch the house being built and follow along. Or if all you want is inspiration, you can simply have a scroll through a wide range of beautiful builds that include Japanese pagodas, log cabins, witch cottages, and sleek modern mansions.
Minecraft house ideas and designs
To save you some trouble sifting through the smörgåsbord of house designs on offer, we’ve popped them into some handy categories below. Whether you’re after a starter house or something more elaborate, click on your preference to be directed to your new home.
If you’re after inspiration for other architectural projects besides houses, be sure to check out our list ofthings to build in Minecraft! We’ve also got dedicated guides forMinecraft tower ideasandMinecraft castle ideas.
When launching into a brand newseed, the first few days in Minecraft are crucial. With limited resources and tools, you’ll likely need a strong starter house to keep you going before you endeavour to build something more ‘luxury’ orientated. Below we’ve gathered simple but efficient house ideas to help you get started and then a few more designs to expand upon those when you have the materials to do so.
If you want your first survival home to have more of a cabin-y vibe, then YouTuberWiederDudehas put together a quaint and compact starter house made from oak and birch wood. It’s amazing how powerful a simple fence encircling a balcony can be in elevating an otherwise very straightforward home, isn’t it?
If you want to set up home in theMangrove Swamp, then YouTuberFollihas created a lovely looking starter house out of materials found in the biome. It’s a small, cosy, rustic house that strikes me as the perfect base to build far from your main home.
This wooden house is a starter home worthy of even thebest Minecraft seeds. It is made out of more traditional oak and birch wood, but the combination of fences, logs, planks, slabs, and trapdoors adds a lot of variety and texture to the build (even without the use ofMinecraft texture packs), and turns the whole thing into a much more appealing starter house than most others you’re likely to come across. You can thank YouTuberSheepGGfor this particular build.
Zaypixel’slovely little starter house is made from nothing more complicated than spruce and oak wood, glass, and a little bit of deepslate (which you can easily substitute for cobblestone if you’d prefer). The finished product is an easy to build but very idyllic looking house that would look perfect in the middle of a lush flower forest.
In stark contrast to the previous compact house, next up is this towering home built byJUNS MAB Architecture Tutorial. This home looks like it was built to be the ultimate base of operations, with multiple floors for all your needs and carefully crafted and bordered windows. All of these elements add up to ensure the build is a striking image on the horizon.
For those who want as much space as possible for their main base without turning their house-building into an insurmountable task,Follihas created a giant survival house mainly out of oak wood and other easy-to-gather materials, while still managing to make it look like an opulent landmark that is bound to attract everyone’s attention on anymultiplayer server.
A farmhouse can be just the thing to maximise your efficiency in Minecraft and keep your character with a steady supply of food and materials. Of course, you could just throw some crops together but having your own organised farmstead is a comfort after a hard day mining for ancient treasures.
This beautifully designed farmhouse, once again built byJUNS MAB Architecture Tutorial, is a cut above most other Minecraft farmhouses thanks to the modular raised design of its little square farms. There’s also plenty of room inside the foundations for later expansion, and you could even house a mineshaft all the way down toDiamond level.
Zaypixelis great at creating idyllic-looking scenes, and this large two-storey farmhouse is no exception. A combination of white wool, wood, and stone bricks makes this a fairly simple build in terms of materials, but details such as the vines growing up the sides, the flowers around the base of the house, and the lanterns hanging from the edges of the roof all turn this farmhouse into one most definitely worth living in.
If you’ve already built your farmhouse and want to continue living a charming Minecraft countryside life, why not go for something wind-powered with this rustic windmill?Zaypixelhas devised a great tutorial that’s easy-to-follow and features creative usage of wool and smooth quartz stairs to form the windmill blades. The end result is a building that looks instantly inviting - and also sustainable!
I love a good merging of fandoms, don’t you? Whether you want something that fits a whimsical vibe or you want to see something from your favourite fantasy genres recreated in Minecraft, the following builds are truly something special.
The aptly namedMinecraft Fantasy Buildschannel put together a video on how to build their grand fantasy house from start to finish. The roofing is particularly good on this build, in my opinion, and I love the archway balcony peeking out over the top garden. It looks like the perfect place to just relax and gaze out at the landscape all around you.
If you’re after inspiration for a slightly larger base, then take a look at this marvellous fantasy mansion from YouTuberBigTonyMC. This painstakingly crafted manor is made from logs and stone bricks, but the real strength is in the little details. The chains and lanterns, the flora creeping up the walls, the shutters made from trapdoors, and the excellent clock faces in the towers all combine to make this house a real feast for the eyes.
This lovely brick-roofed fairytale cottage fromBigTonyMCreally feels like it could house either the innocent protagonist or the seemingly pleasant but actually evil villain that you’ll find in any Brothers Grimm fable. This build gives off effortless charm, and is the perfect inspiration for anyone who wants to give their home more of a fairytale feel.
Grandeur and scale isn’t for everyone, and YouTuberGoldrobin’sHobbit Hole is a good shout for players who dream of living in a compact starter home where everything is in easy reach. For full effect you’ll need to recreate the Shire with a good foresty hill for the Hobbit Hole to poke out from, of course.
Zaypixelis back, this time with the ideal home for a reclusive and powerful spellcaster. This wizard tower home is made from stone bricks, spruce wood, and red brick roofing, and it appears as though it’s stood for millenia. This is the perfect build for someone who wants a tall, austere, characterful structure to call their home.
Transitioning from wizardry to witchcraft, YouTuberPlatinumThiefhas put together a squat and wonderfully creepy-looking witch house for players who want to embrace their inner occultist and do a spot ofMinecraft potion brewing. The prismarine roof may give survival players a bit of trouble, but otherwise this is a very easily imitable house for newbies looking to start their Minecraft adventure. Just make sure you find a nice swamp in which to set up shop.
Another creative house built byDiddiHD, this one flies the infamous black and white skull and crossbones of piracy. This pirate base is made almost entirely from various kinds of wood, but the intricacy of its layout and structure provides a lot of hidden depth and complexity.
Yo-ho and away we go! If you’re a water sign with a penchant for seeking out coastal views, then these next few builds may be for you. Through clever architectural design and carefully placed (we presume strengthened) glass, these houses are sure to leave you beach-ready.
If a life of yo-ho-ho piracy isn’t enough for you, maybe it’s time to truly embrace the Seven Seas with this underwater house byJUNS MAB Architecture Tutorial. Technically, this should probably be named an On-the-water House, since only its supports are submerged. Nevertheless, this is a wild work that’s sure to challenge any experienced builder and is filled with lots of neat gimmicks in its contours, including chests and lanterns throughout the walls - perfect for hiding and displaying that ill-acquired pirate booty.
Okay, so you’ve built a partially submerged house. Now it’s time to take it to the next level and make it circular!ManDooMiN’s creative Ultimate Circle Underwater House - described as “a house from the future” - features a degree of cosiness that’s less pirate, more “mermaid who wants to settle down and have a cup of saltwater tea.” Half of this structure is submerged, and there’s even a porthole-style opening perfect for piloting and parking your boat. Want a life of relaxation on the water? Look no further.
If you loved creating container houses inSubnautica, then thisUnderwater Base build by IrieGeniemay be for you. With the exception of an above-ground porch, almost all of the build is submerged underwater and boasts 360-degree views so you can watch the squids and other sealife as they float on by. The detached rooms of the build look as though it could be a research facility of some kind but once you take a closer look inside, it has a cosy warmth to it. For extra flair, add the inside fish tank and lose yourself in the moral conundrum of keeping fish as pets whilst living underwater.
If Grand Designs is more your jam then consider the following house builds. The cubic nature of Minecraft lends itself well to the ultra-sleek and minimalist vibes of modern architecture. If you want to live out your dream of living in a Malibu mansion in the middle of nowhere, here is your chance.
If you want to build something in line with modern sensibilities, YouTuberIrieGeniehas put together a lovely design complete with a pool out front. The materials required are far from cheap, and are largely composed of quartz, concrete, and granite as well as the more affordable stone and sandstone blocks - but the results are exquisite.
Here’s another beautiful modern house design by YouTuberOSHACRA. Though the primary materials are quartz and concrete, they’ve also made great, creative usage of dark oak wood, fences, and a layer of grass on the rooftops to add tonnes of depth and character to the build.
This spacious modern-style house fromJINTUBElooks fabulous not just from the outside but also from within. A lot of work has clearly gone into putting together each individual room of the house, so it’s great inspiration both for architects and interior designers alike.
Stripped logs are among my favourite building materials these days, and they’re used to great effect to create this unusual take on a modern-style house, made primarily from wood of different kinds. This lovely creation bySheepGGhas just the right amount of space, lighting, and touches of flora around the sides to turn it into a wonderfully welcoming abode.
What can I say; people love the modern housing style. All those clean corners and non-symmetrical layouts make for a striking and pleasant place to call one’s own. If you want inspiration for a dwelling that gives you enough room for every single one of your needs and more, then this mansion byIrieGenieis a great starting point for inspiration.
JUNS MAB Architecture Tutorialgets another shoutout for their simple but effective modern house design, with a line of concrete that snakes back and forth up the sides of the house, separating the glass walls of each floor and making the whole thing look far more attractive than if it were all just glass.
Sometimes all that’s needed to make a house look great is a good unified colour scheme. The above home was built by YouTuberKam The Builder, and features carpeted floors, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a whole heck of a lot of pink both inside and out.
Let’s face it, pink is hot. Particularly when combined with white, glass, and wood in the correct quantities. This take on the pink modern house comes to you from YouTuberGAMES, and their tutorial video shows you exactly how to put together every block of this lovely little home, from the raised plant area out front to the impressively designed living room and bathroom found inside.
Have you had enough pink yet? If you’re a fan of the Barbie movie, then presumably you can never get enough, and YouTuberBrookellais here to satisfy your desires with a Barbie Dream House that looks just like the one in the film, complete with twin pools, multiple open floors, and all the beautiful decor you need to be pretty in pink. No Ken though, sorry!
Rizzial’seasy-to-follow video walkthrough shows you how to put together a picturesque suburban house, complete with an attached garage. It reminds me quite a bit of the Simpsons house, which I hasten to add is a compliment. It’s a great build for those who want their home to be less magnificent and more quirky, understated, and subtly attractive.
Here’s another option fromManDooMiN- a shimmering tower that stuns with a rooftop garden, a water elevator, and hanging glow berries. The final result is a thoroughly stylish piece of Minecraft architecture that’s sure to stand tall above the landscape of any server, drawing wows from every player who sees it.
Following the 3-tier trend, this stylish 3-floor design is another hit fromManDooMiN, and is perfect for players who want an achievable yet striking abode with lots of modern touches to set it apart from the more traditional rustic Minecraft house aesthetic. Also, living in a container is just nifty.
It’s no secret that Japanese architecture is some of the most pretty in the world. From traditional Kominka houses, Minka farmhouses and the elite Shoin guest halls reserved for the military and samurai, Japanese Houses can be extremely diverse. Here is a sampling of a few of our favourites to try in Minecraft.
Japanese-style architecture is very popular amongst Minecraft builders, and YouTuberBlueBitshas you covered with a spacious home which makes use of a variety of interesting block types and doodads, from acacia slabs to dark oak signs. All of these blend together to create a very detailed and good-looking house for any Minecraft player to emulate, and the idyllic bamboo garden surroundings only elevate this peaceful domicile to true zen qualities.
If you’d rather build something a little simpler than the above example, YouTuberCortezerinogives us this understated design for a Japanese-style village house. Small in stature, the combination of nether brick roofs, stripped logs, and dark fences make it an eye-catching abode despite its size, and a welcome addition to anyMinecraft village.
SheepGGbrings us some elevation with this attention-grabbing and elegant pagoda. Even ignoring the splendid cherry blossom trees on the outskirts made from pink and white wool, this is a fabulous build filled with interesting layerings of wooden slabs and soft lighting provided by lanterns and redstone lamps. And the lighting looks even better with one of thebest Minecraft shadersinstalled - or evenray tracing, if your PC is up to the task.
Folliis back with an incredibly comprehensive 90 minute video showing you how to put together a fabulously intricate house inspired by Japanese architecture. Instead of the tall pagoda featured in SheepGG’s build, this structure is a two-storey manor, but it is no less stunning, and might be a better choice if you’re looking for a building project with less verticality. The prismarine blocks used to create the roofing are especially nice, and provide a striking contrast against the dark wooden walls.
Let’s take a trip back to the basics. This category handles mainly wooden structures that embrace the rustic nature of Minecraft. If you’ve dreamed of living the simple life in your own cabin in the woods (with fewer monsters, hopefully) then these next few builds may be for you.
Who hasn’t felt a desire to live in a log cabin in the middle of nowhere at least once in their lives?Greg Buildshas released a tutorial on how to make that dream come true with their excellent Minecraft wooden cabin. It certainly looks grand and inviting, and what’s more - it only requires wood, cobblestone, and some glass to create everything you can see above.
Another easily buildable house for any survival mode Minecraft player, this is a small but attractive home made out of wood and stone bricks byOne Teamon YouTube. There’s nothing particularly fancy going on here - just a well-designed little house brimming with charm. Sometimes less is more.
Of all theFollibuilds featured on this list, this one is surprisingly my favourite. It’s far less grandiose than many of other homes here, but I just love the design of this wide wooden build with the staircase leading up and over the middle, separating the taller half from the shorter and doubling as a nice balcony on the top floor. I’m stealing this design for my next Minecraft house for sure.
For another home that blends faultlessly into the landscape, try this lovely mountainside house byJUNS MAB Architecture Tutorialas inspiration. The two glass circles provide a lovely look into the idyllic interior from the outside, as well as allowing all that lovely natural sunlight into the home during the day.
What’s more exciting than building upwards to tower heights? Why, building down of course! Doomsday prep in style with these underground builds, made with glass-top ceilings to give your inhabitants mega views of the Overworld. For added bonus points, build these styles atop your favourite cave systems and live but a stone’s throw away from all the secrets that the game has to offer.
Another compact build fromFolli, this Minecraft house is sunk into the ground, with stairs leading up onto the surface at each of the cardinal directions. It’s small but stylish, with plenty of room for expansion downwards if you’d like to take this design as inspiration for a slightly larger house. Perhaps a ladder that leads down into a more expansive storage area would be a welcome addition?
In an attempt to create the ultimate underground house, YouTuberItsMarloehas put together an unusual and striking clover-shaped base with a glass roof that lies flush with the ground. The central circle is for storage, and the outer areas have enough space for farmland,enchanting, sleeping, and everything else you might want to do in your home. It even has a secret room containing aNether Portal.
If all of the builds here - even the other underground houses listed above - are too ostentatious, then take a look at this underground house built by YouTuberSpudetti. It’s a cosy little hole-in-the-ground, good when you just want something small and functional that nonetheless looks appealing to passersby. It strikes me as the perfect home away from home, a quick and easy forward base to build when your true home is too far away.
Treehouses are justcool. There’s something about taking a natural structure and welding it with something man-made that’s infinitely satisfying. If you’re looking for your next elven Lothlórien abode, or simply wish to make the treehouse of your childhood dreams, see the following entries for inspiration.
For all you Minecraft players who want a base surrounded by bark and leaves, this chunky treehouse from YouTuberShock Frostis a great starting point for inspiration. This build requires you to create not only the house but also the tree from scratch, but the result is a nicely structured and aesthetically pleasing home with plenty of space inside for all your needs.
DiddiHDhas put together another treehouse build, this one even larger and located in the middle of a jungle. It’s much more sporadic with the placement of its living areas, which gives it a really nice organic look, as though the house has grown over time along with the tree.
For our last treehouse to end us on a literal high, we have another towering design by YouTuber6tenstudio. What’s different about this structure is its modern twist, with white floors and glass panes used in place of fences to make the artificial elements really stand out from its natural foundation. If the contrast appeals to you, then follow the video tutorial to recreate this foliage-laden hideout for yourself.
That’s concludes our list of 45 excellent Minecraft house ideas that you can use as inspiration for your next blocky abode. If you want even more blocks and building materials to play with, check out our guide on thebest Minecraft mods. If you want to build in Creative Mode, use ourMinecraft command listto aid your building efforts. And if you’re more interested in exploring and adventuring, check out our guides on how to findNetheriteand defeat theWarden.
