Treehouse Design and Building
In the following chapters we will teach you the art of building a treehouse – after all, we don’t want to build just any tree house, but your personal dream treehouse!
The better the planning and the more concrete the visualization, the more joy you will have with your treehouse later!
Which tree is right for building a treehouse?
We show you what is important when building a treehouse: Which tree species are particularly suitable? How thick does the trunk have to be? When should you better build on stilts!
The treehouse itself - ideas, planning and visualization
Learn from a professional how to plan your treehouse: from the first sketches to the final platform design!
How big and heavy can my treehouse be?
Basics of tree (house) statics: Learn about the loads acting on your treehouse and the trees. Calculate the weight of your treehouse using a rule of thumb. Learn how big and how heavy your house can be without overloading the attachments and the tree.
Building law, permit and neighbors
Do I need a building permit? What are the local rules and regulations? Do I need to register my treehouse project with the authorities or can I just build on it? We share our experience!
How much does a treehouse cost?
This article helps you to better estimate the cost of your tree house project. What does a self-built DIY treehouse cost and what price does a professional like Pete Nelson charge? Where can I save money?
