The house is often referred to as the 'Taiwanese version of Howl's Moving Castle' due to its eccentric and layered appearance.
The builder, Mr. Li, was a retired veteran who dedicated his later years to constructing the house by himself.
Despite its fragile appearance, the house has withstood several powerful typhoons that frequently strike the Taitung coastline.
The structure incorporates found objects as diverse as old television sets, wooden planks, and ceramic tiles.
The building was constructed without formal architectural blueprints, relying entirely on the builder's intuition and available scraps.
The Taitung Grandpa's White House is a multi-story structure hand-built by a local resident, Mr. Li, using salvaged materials including driftwood, scrap metal, and reclaimed plastic. Located near the Taitung Haibin Park coastline, the house has become an iconic piece of folk-art architecture. The builder spent decades modifying and expanding the dwelling, which resembles a castle-like patchwork of mismatched windows, tiles, and household items. The structure remains a testament to unconventional DIY construction and individual perseverance. It stands as a stark visual contrast to the surrounding urban landscape of Taitung City. The house does not serve a formal commercial purpose but remains a prominent roadside landmark for travelers cycling or walking along the coastal trail.
From the sidewalk across the street, allowing for a wide-angle shot of the entire multi-level exterior.
View the structure from the opposite side of the road to capture the full scale of the vertical construction.
Combine your visit with a walk through the adjacent Haibin Park for better coastal views.
Respect the privacy of the property, as it is a private residence and not an official public museum.
Do not mistake the house for a business or a café; it is a private residence with no public facilities.
Do not enter the property or attempt to climb the structure; observe from the sidewalk only.
