Futuristic ‘pod’ home from acclaimed Alkira architect for sale in Cairns

An award-winning home designed by the same visionary architect behind a futuristic off-grid residence in the rainforest has hit the market in suburban Cairns.175 Jensen Street, Whitfield is for sale by EOI and was designed by architect Charles WrightGlass House at 175 Jensen St in Whitfield was designed by Charles Wright, the same architect responsible for Alkira Resort House at Cape Tribulation, renowned for its “iconic starship form”.Alkira Resort House and Rainforest Retreat. Picture: AirbnbAlkira, also known as Stamp House, is an award-winning, off-grid eco house designed by Wright and completed in 2013 that features six cantilevered concrete wings surrounding a statement pool.It too is listed for sale, with the description by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty noting that it has operated as a successful $2500 a night holiday rental, and generated $55,000 in revenue from a film production lease for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire in 2024.MORE: The $74k loan saving a 10-minute check just uncovered‘Dire straits’: Property expert warns market about to get worse‘Rate hike dodged’: Aussies get crucial mortgage reprieveScene from the movie Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire.Now p...