All articles tagged with #treehouse
A father, skilled in carpentry, wants to build a treehouse for his kids, but his wife is concerned about safety and potential injuries. The advice suggests emphasizing safety measures, such as building height limits, soft ground surfaces, and secure construction, to reassure her while respecting her concerns about injury risks and liability. The key is to ensure proper safety precautions and supervision to balance fun and safety.
Satoru Kikugawa, inspired by a childhood dream and a desire to protect the environment, built an upscale treehouse resort called Treeful in Okinawa, Japan. With the support of his daughter, Kikugawa taught himself carpentry skills and created four treehouses that minimize disturbance to the environment. The resort has won design awards and recognition for having the world's lowest treehouse. Kikugawa plans to expand internationally and is working on a project in Cambodia to combat illegal logging.
A father in Las Vegas built an elaborate treehouse for his daughter, who has a learning disability, in their backyard. However, the HOA ruling may require him to tear it down as he failed to go through the approval process. The Southern Nevada Arborist Group recommended preserving the structure, but the HOA disagreed. The father may have to remove or relocate the treehouse unless the rules change or an exception is made.
An orangutan at Perth Zoo in Australia was caught on video throwing a possum out of its treehouse "like a frisbee." The video, posted on Reddit, shows the possum flying through the air as people scream in the background. The orangutan then climbs out of the treehouse, seemingly looking in the direction of the possum. The zoo explained that possums sometimes enter the orangutan habitat due to the height of the enclosure, and the orangutans occasionally evict them. The possum was seen scurrying away unharmed.
A 72-year-old Florida grandma is being forced to tear down the treehouse she has lived in for nearly 20 years due to code violations and concerns over safety. Shawnee Chasser, who prefers living outdoors, accumulated $40,000 in fines from Miami-Dade County over the past eight years. Despite her desire to remain close to the earth, Chasser has decided to comply with the orders and begin the process of tearing down the structures. She plans to build a new dwelling that meets building codes, which will cost her an additional $30,000.
The Maxam family, who own seven Airbnb properties including three treehouses, have found success by offering unique and retro accommodations. Their most popular treehouse, Young Wild and Tree, is a converted 1956 Spartan trailer with a 1957 retro vibe. The ceiling was styled like a weave basket, and the broken window was decorated with Atlanta-themed stickers. The family believes that making the space feel homey and personalized is key to standing out on Airbnb. They are also expanding their business internationally, with plans to build an Airbnb in Belize and dreams of starting more in places like Africa.
The Lost Boys' Treehouse is a whimsical tiny home inspired by Peter Pan, located in Charmed Resorts in Crowsnest Pass, Canada. The three-floor, 240-square-foot tiny home usually costs about $280 a night and sleeps six. The treehouse is filled with attractions, like a hammock and a slide, and is great for a unique and fun stay.
Nintendo of America is hosting a live Treehouse presentation to showcase gameplay from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, without any story spoilers. The livestream will start at 6:45pm PT / 9:45 pm ET / Friday 02:45am BST / Friday 11:45am AET. It's unclear how long the presentation will last, but it may be worth checking out if you're waiting for your copy of the game.