River View

PhotoAlasdair Jardine
LocationFreudenberg, Germany

Perhaps this composition is not a real treehouse because it stands on stilts, but its qualities resemble one. It is far above the ground among the trees, and has a wonderful view. The ensemble is located on a property with a steep slope. From the top of this slope one can access a ramp, which leads to a large terrace. From this position one gets a spectacular view of the city of Freudenburg and the Main river valley. Wide stairs connect the lower terrace to an upper terrace, which holds a rounded cabin. The exterior materials are characterized by dark stained wood with contrasting stainless steel elements. The curving roof is covered with oxidized zinc. The interior space gets its charm from the wide openings, which allow light to play against the curved white wall while offering panoramic views of the river valley. The furniture and floor is made from natural oak wood treated with oil. The mattress and bench are soft pads covered in light grey wool felt.

Trees between a maple and oak trees and diverse bushes
Height Lower terrace: 1 m - 4.2 m ; upper terrace and treehouse: 1 m above lower terrace
Bearing structure The weight of the terraces and the cabin are supported by 8 posts with concrete foundations.
Interior area 8.6 qm
Terrace area 16.4 qm
Façade construction from inside to outside: 16 mm latex painted plasterboard; 20 mm air space; steel framework with flanking wooden arch of glued wood; 80 mm mineral insulation; 20 mm spruce boarding; membrane; 20 mm air space; rounded oak boarding
Roof  oxidized zinc sheets

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