The idea of climbing a tree for shelter, or just to see the earth from another perspective, is as old as humanity. In this neat TASCHEN edition, take a tour of some of our finest arboreal adventures with
50 of the most beautiful, inventive, and enchanting tree houses around the world
.
From
romantic to contemporary
, from famed architects to little-known craftsmen, you’ll scale the heights to visit all manner of treetop structures, from a
teahouse, restaurant, hotel, and children’s playhouse
to simple perches from which to contemplate life, enjoy the view, and discover that tree houses take as many forms as the imagination can offer. With an
abundance of gorgeous photographs and illustrations
, this is an ode to alternative living, where playful imagination meets eco-sensitive finesse.