Daryl McDonald is a Project Manager and Designer with Nelson Treehouse and Supply, based in Fall City, WA. Daryl has been a professional treehouse builder for over 18 years. He is the “crafty veteran” of the crew, having been involved in over 250 builds throughout the US and in 7 different countries.

What is a treehouse?

Are there limits to what’s possible in a treehouse?

What is the design process for a treehouse?

What to look for: 3 to 4 trees within 20 ft of one another

The challenge presented by one and two-tree treehouses

What types of trees won’t work for treehouses?

Do treehouses get higher up off the ground as the tree grows?

Important tree attributes to consider to ensure the longevity of your tree house

How to make sure your fasteners don’t get “swallowed” by the tree

What to consider when it comes to the health of the trees you select for a tree house

Common amateur tree house mistakes

What hardware is required to safely attach a house to a tree?