Treehouses

Dom'Up draws inspiration from tree camping and traditional treehouse structures. The end result is a tree shelter that's reported easy to install and leaves no trace or impact on its surrounding environment and trees.

Developer MetroNational has unveiled what might just be the coolest Treehouse in Texas. Although not an actual treehouse, it aims to fire the imagination of those inside in the way that a child's treehouse might. It's designed as a space for meetings, collaboration and stimulating ideas.

In search of weird and unique hotels in Europe, Gizmag’s Loz Blain visits a beautifully hand-carved treehouse village on the German-Polish border. The treetop hotel itself is remarkable, but as it turns out, the rest of "Culture Island" is just as amazing.

Located on the mountainous outskirts of Kazakhstan's largest city Almaty, Tree in the house is an unusual property designed for a single couple. Essentially a simple cylindrical glass shape, with a tree running right through the center, the house trades privacy for stunning views of the local area.

Cacoon from Hang-in-out is part-treehouse, part-hammock, part-lounger, all secluded personal space.

The Cocoon Tree is a pod that can be suspended from trees and contains a sleeping area big enough for two adults.

The ErlebNest from Germany's Cambium is a two-part treehouse for adults.

Treehotel's stunning Mirrorcube room can now be built to order.

Dutch architect Marijn Beije has designed a tiny cabin that floats freely on the water.

The Redwoods Treehouse in New Zealand offers a unique tree-top location for dinner parties and private functions.

Described by its creator as "a secret treehouse hiding in the woods of Whistler," the story of the HemLoft is one with an uncertain ending.

Tentsile is a dangling tent that offers similar comfort to a hammock and can be used in a number of environments.