These 7 Tree Houses from Around the World Are Truly Unique and Attractive
Tree houses, or "rumah pohon" in Indonesian, are quite fascinating. These houses are designed near trees, among them, or even within the tree trunks themselves, making them suspended above the ground. Treehouses have been popular since the mid-1990s, appealing to both children and adults alike. They serve not only as places to relax in the backyard but also have been constructed in various locations with various functions such as recreational spaces, restaurants, or hotels. Here are some treehouses with stunning designs from around the world.
1. Teahouse Tetsu
Located in Hokuto, Japan, this creation by Terunobu Fujimori is a beautiful treehouse that looks like something out of a fairy tale. It is adorned with blooming cherry blossoms. The treehouse is supported by tree trunks that pass through the interior, adding a unique touch to the interior design. Fujimori has also equipped it with a flexible shelter that moves with the tree during storms. Although the exterior has a fantastical appearance, the interior is simple and modern.
2. Mirror Cube Tree House
This treehouse is used as a hotel. Located in Harads, Sweden, this boutique hotel offers six unique treehouse designs. The cube-shaped structure is unusual because its entire outer surface is covered in mirrors and uses a lightweight aluminum structure. This design makes the building sometimes visible and sometimes hidden among the trees. Created by Tham & Videgard, it features skylights and a rooftop terrace. The interior is made of plywood, and there are windows that provide a 360-degree view.
3. Yellow Treehouse Restaurant
This treehouse has an attractive design that appears to blend with the tree trunk, resembling a cocoon or a hanging onion. It is used as a restaurant that can accommodate 18 guests at a time. At night, the building resembles a lantern due to the yellow light from the lamps.
4. The Hemloft
A carpenter named Joel Allen built a treehouse in a hidden location in Whistler, British Columbia. Naturally, his treehouse garnered a lot of attention. Shaped like an egg, this treehouse was constructed using recycled materials and features various rooms such as a workspace, kitchen, and a loft bedroom. If you manage to enter this treehouse, be sure to sign the guestbook inside.
5. Free Spirit Sphere Treehouse
Resembling spirit orbs, these cabins are supported by trees on Vancouver Island, Canada. The bright yellow spheres stand out against the natural surroundings. While not particularly spacious inside, these cabins efficiently serve as resting spaces with various room types. Unfortunately, there are no bathrooms inside, so guests need to use facilities outside the cabins, requiring a flashlight for nighttime visits.
6. 4Treehouse in Muskoka
Designed by Lukasz Kos, this treehouse is suspended among four trees near Muskoka Lake in Ontario, Canada. Its most unique feature is that it floats in the air like a Japanese lantern. The materials and coloring of this treehouse blend seamlessly with nature. It consists of neatly arranged wooden beams, and at night, the light from inside makes it appear truly like a giant Japanese lantern.
7. UFO Treehouse
Last but not least, this treehouse in Sweden is truly remarkable. Shaped like a UFO, it has successfully attracted visitors with its unique design. Not only its shape but even the staircase leading up to it is equipped with spotlights resembling the UFO theme from sci-fi films. It's unique and attractive, truly standing out from its surroundings.
So, which treehouse is your favorite?
