‘tree tents’ by luminairall images courtesy of luminair

the culmination of three years worth of research, these ‘tree tents’ by luminair are coming to forests near you. bringing awareness to the timber harvest and lifecycle, these suspended capsules bring comfortable and low impact retreats up in the canopies. the living spaces are contained by a sustainable structural frame enclosed with high density cotton canvas fabric. a combination of green ash wood and strong, lightweight hybrid aluminum sub-frame components are easily transported and assembled. steam-bent into a spherical shape, the form spreads loads across the structure to absorb movements of inhabitants. its 100% waterproof exterior is insulated with sheep wool, making the shelters perfect for year-round use and semi-permanent camps. it comes in olive green, red and natural.

spanning three meters in diameter, the interior room comfortably accommodates 2 adults. kits include side benches which extend into beds. a bio-fuel stove for heating and cooking can also warm the water stored inside the under-floor tank.

spherical tent suspended amidst tree trunks

ladder leads into front door

side window

door entry

fabric door rolled up

bedroom

bed beneath side window

light detail

bio-fuel stove and bed

view of bio-fuel stove and bed from other bed

other window

upward view of skylight

creation of tent prototype

green ash framework

installation

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