Happy Photon. Contemporary photography eZine. Lofted Forest Home: Organic Curves & Natural Materials. Good things come to those who wait – particularly in a work of uniquely detailed and highly curved architecture.
Nearly a decade in the making, this structure by Robert Harvey Oshatz is much like a tree house – lofted toward the top of the canopy around it – only bigger, grander, more complex and curved than most any tree house in the world. The perimeter of the structure is pushed out into the forest around it, curving in and out to create views as well as a sense of intimacy with the coniferous and deciduous tree cover. Tree Houses. TreeHouse Workshop, Located in Seattle, builders specializing in treehouse design and tree house construction for adults and kids. Mental_floss Blog & Treehouses for All Occasions. There's something about a treehouse that appeals to all of us.
Maybe it's the view, or getting close to nature, or reliving childhood memories. There are many ways to enjoy treehouses, no matter what age you are. A Treehouse Protest Beginning in 1997, Julia Butterfly Hill spent two years in a treehouse, 180 feet up in a tree named Luna to protest old-growth logging. Her treehouse was only a 6x8 foot tent, but she had plenty of visitors and conducted interviews via cellphone. The Treehouse as Art The Steampunk Tree House is a 30-foot-tall interactive work of art first exhibited at Burning Man. Hotels Sanya Nanshan You can find treehouse hotels all over the world.
Tree tents by luminair. Nov 26, 2012 tree tents by luminair ‘tree tents’ by luminairall images courtesy of luminair the culmination of three years worth of research, these ‘tree tents’ by luminair are coming to forests near you. bringing awareness to the timber harvest and lifecycle, these suspended capsules bring comfortable and low impact retreats up in the canopies. the living spaces are contained by a sustainable structural frame enclosed with high density cotton canvas fabric. a combination of green ash wood and strong, lightweight hybrid aluminum sub-frame components are easily transported and assembled. steam-bent into a spherical shape, the form spreads loads across the structure to absorb movements of inhabitants. its 100% waterproof exterior is insulated with sheep wool, making the shelters perfect for year-round use and semi-permanent camps. it comes in olive green, red and natural.
Inspiring Tree House by KAA Design Group. The Los Angeles chapter of the American Institute of Architects is actually developing into the one-stop destination for amazing architecture.
This time around, the KAA Design Group introduces this Tree House in Manhattan Beach. With lofty Southern Californian coasts to the fore, the unitary house (which obviously is not a tree house) combines aesthetic exteriors with stunning interiors studded with wood, concrete and glass. Appealing to the green-minded, the houses’ eco-friendly aspects are all taken care for with heating and cooling solutions, natural ventilation and exposure. Take a look at these wonderful images that depict some real spacey rooms with fireplaces, living rooms, bedrooms, spas or study rooms. Top 8 Most Amazing Tree Houses. Tree houses are buildings constructed among the branches or next to the trunk of one or more mature trees, and are raised above the ground.
Tree houses can be built for recreation or permanent habitation. Generally, the term “tree fort” is used only for recreational structures and not permanent homes. In this post you can see the 8 of the most amazing tree houses ever built. 1. How to Build a Treehouse. Think you're ready to build your own treehouse?
Take this quick quiz: I am: A. Experienced with carpentry and understand the elements of engineering.B. Confused about the difference between a flat-head and Phillips-head screwdriver. When I look at finished treehouses, I feel: A. A treehouse should be: A. If you scored B's across the board, swallow your DIY pride and check out our following guide for treehouse builders. Man Lives in a Tree Stump. Mental_floss Blog & Treehouses for All Occasions. The Treehouse Guide - Tree house building and design reference. Eco-Lodge Tree House Accommodation at Fair Oak Farm. Each of the two eco-lodge tree houses provide luxury self-catering accommodation for two people.... for grown-ups who want to fulfil their innermost childish dreams.
Clad with sustainable timber and fully insulated, exceeding residential building regulation standards, these spacious lodges contain a Queen size double bed, en-suite wet room & wardrobe, seating and dining areas, fully equipped kitchen and sheltered balcony. Accessed via their own winding gravel path from a dedicated parking area, the eco-lodges are hidden amongst mature trees including magnificent Scots Pines and other native specimens. Working with the Weald's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, historic maps show that the tree line is an ancient boundary which existed thousands of years ago. Located on the edge of the gardens and providing complete privacy, the eco-lodge tree-houses are accessible from other accommodation at the farm. Both ramp and step access are available to each lodge.