Using reclaimed wood, the designer and his collective treehouse people have developed methods since the first building in 1993 for the arboreal structures balanced on living boughs and limbs that avoid stunting the growth of the tree.” – designboom See more treehouses by Takashi Kobayashi.
Tag Archives: Treehouse
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Dec
Dec
Perched atop steel pylons that abstractly emulate natural branches, the project is not literally a tree house but rather a modern interpretation of one. The design pays the ultimate respect to the pre-existing tree, literally shaping itself around the contours of the trunk. Inside, a single glass cut out in the floor reconnects the tree […]
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Nov
Nov
Dwell in bliss like a local in north shore nirvana. the ultimate retreat for surfers, yogis and nature lovers, this jungle bungalow overlooks one of the most famous surf spots on the north shore. Climb 100 steps up a stone path winding through lush foliage to your tree house nestled amongst black lava rock, shaded […]
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Oct
Oct
The Roost Treehouse is made up of a series of pod-like capsules, which are harnessed to each tree in a way that neither harms the tree or prevents it from growing. These capsules enclose a central staircase that leads to the top of the capsule where an outdoor platform expands high in the tree’s canopy. […]
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Oct
Oct
The owner of this Carbondale property wanted a whimsical treetop sanctuary where his kids could indulge their artistic fantasies, so he sought out architect Steve Novy of Green Line Architects and designer and craftsman David Rasmussen of David Rasmussen Design. Together the three dreamed up a retreat that feels organic and playful—for both children and […]
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Sep
Sep
Wanted to show you this awesome treehouse cabin rental that’s on Airbnb. It’s located in Cave Junction, Oregon and is completely elevated off the ground. As soon as you just look at it it must feel like you’re in some kind of wonder land. It’s not a complete home (no kitchen or shower) but it does have […]
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Aug
Aug
Photo Credit Unknown Here’s a tiny cabin/treehouse that I thought you would like. Although it was obviously built for kids, wouldn’t it make a great cabin/retreat? And for those of us who want an off grid cabin, this would be a pretty neat way to do it.
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Aug
Aug
For me this is the ultimate getaway/retreat when you really want to unplug and get away from it all. I’d come here and shut off my phone and just relax either by myself or with someone special to me.
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Sep
How would you like to be able to say, my other home is a bird house? “Posting a birdhouse in the backyard is a great way to attract feathered friends, but some of the greatest fun tends to remain hidden from view behind wooden walls.” See more of this Nesting Box: Nature Center Tree House + […]
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Sep
Sep
A family treehouse becomes a cozy backyard overnight rental in Burlingame, California. “The shape of this 100-year-old California coast live oak just begged to hold a tree house. Although it took a while to get the project started, the Studebaker family in Burlingame, California, worked together to build a special and soothing place. “Thinking back, […]