13 Things About Israeli Homes That Would Shock Any American

As Americans living here, there are certain things about everyday apartments that completely shocked us when we first moved in. From the mamad—the heavy, blast-proof bomb shelter room built directly into our flat—to the duda, the solar water heater on the roof we have to turn on before every shower, domestic life here is entirely unique. We are opening our doors to show you 13 bizarre details, like our window-free bathrooms, unusual floor-washing habits, and the lack of central heating, that make Israeli homes wildly different from back home.