This free-standing tree house by Slovenian architects Ravnikar Potokar sits elevated on stilts like a traditional tree fort but requires no tree for support. The modern design creates an elevated retreat suitable for a home office, art studio, writing space, or guest quarters while demonstrating that compact living spaces can function at any height. Design [...]
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Free Spirit Spheres: Cedar Strip Tree House Rentals in British Columbia
Free Spirit Spheres creates suspended spherical tree houses in British Columbia, Canada. The Eve sphere shown here measures 9 feet in diameter and is constructed from cedar strips. The compact interior includes a single bed, counter space, table, shelving, and built-in speakers. Multiple spheres are available for overnight stays. Design Details Builder: Free Spirit Spheres [...]
Baumraum Nut Room: Modern Treehouse in Germany
The “Nut Room” by Baumraum Architects is a modern treehouse located in Germany. Named for its walnut-like shape, this elevated structure features eight asymmetric posts, abundant windows, and a distinctive contemporary design. Nut Room Treehouse Design Details Designer: Baumraum Architects Location: Germany Name: Nut Room (walnut shape) Structure: Eight asymmetric support posts Features: Deck, sleeping [...]
Patrick Dougherty Stickwork: Woven Sapling Sculptures and Natural Structures
Patrick Dougherty creates large-scale sculptures from woven saplings and branches, demonstrating the structural possibilities of natural materials. His installations, known as “stickwork,” appear in arboretums, museums, and public spaces worldwide. Video: Loop de Loop Installation This installation at Morris Arboretum showcases Dougherty’s technique of weaving flexible saplings into habitable-scale structures. Design Details Artist: Patrick Dougherty [...]
