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Wednesday
May292013

Backyard Escape: a Modern Tree House

Tower House. courtesy of Gluck+ Architect

Did you ever as a child dream of living in the trees among the birds and open sky? The Tower House by Gluck+ Architects is the ultimate grown-up version of that tree house

Built in the midst of the beautiful Catskills, the Tower House reflects the trees and the mountain range surrounding it. The architect deliberately created only a small footprint for the first three floors and placed most of the living quarters on the top floor.  To further the illusion of the house melting into its background, he used green enameled walls for the façade. 

Tower House, courtesy of Gluck + Architects

A minimal amount of furniture graced its interior so as not to compete with the outside scenery. Those chosen included mid-century classics with an emphasis on form and flowing lines. 

 

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Reader Comments (41)

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August 26, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterInterior design St. Louis
That is really amazing and looking really cool. I never saw like this before. Really shareable post.
August 31, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterJames
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September 2, 2013 | Unregistered Commenterdvemailmarketing
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September 2, 2013 | Unregistered Commenterdvemailmarketing
I just loved tree houses when I was a kid..the minimalistic approach shown in the design is just too good..
September 2, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterNDimensions
Amazing photographs, i really want to live in a tree house since my childhood.
September 6, 2013 | Unregistered Commentershivani
Great site! Thanks for sharing.
September 25, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterUrun Fotografcisi
Now that's a tree house I could live in!

Hate to know I would need to take out a mortgage on a "tree house", though :)
October 9, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterNick
Wow great house, I wonder if birds crash into the windows all day!
October 16, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterDean Miller
Amazing photographs, great buildings!!
November 3, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterRenann
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November 11, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterIdSite
Gorgeous dwelling, loads of natural light, nice quality modern furnishings
Very great design, Nice post guys. I Like it
December 4, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterRumah Minimalis
Very Beautifull pict. I Love it.,

thank you
December 7, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterRumah Minimalis
now this is one tree house that is definitely worth staying.
December 26, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterJean Cartwright
very inspiration, i like the cabinet design and full transparent windows.. great design..
December 26, 2013 | Unregistered CommenterRuslan
It's very inspired!!! The concept of tree house with some modification, a lot of mirror element, we can see great landscapes.
December 31, 2013 | Unregistered Commenterdesain rumah minimalis
What a fantastic idea... Its so nice. I dont have words to express.. Amazing interiors. keep rocking.

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January 3, 2014 | Unregistered Commenterinteriors decoration
Taking every advantage of the forest, while still giving it great respect - kudos. A good arborist will be a necessity for this homeowner's contact book.
January 7, 2014 | Unregistered CommenterOakville Landscaping
Amazing photographs and It's very inspired!!
That is really Amazing, Thanks for sharing
January 11, 2014 | Unregistered CommenterAM2 Design Team
This idea is amazing. i had to make one as soon as i saw it. thank you for posting such a unique idea. ours turned out beautifully, i hope you visit my blog at http://interldecor.blogspt.com or http://www.decor-zone.net
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January 15, 2014 | Unregistered Commenterjaket kulit
After, looking at the pictures I feel I can safely say these are remarkable. I love the tree house and the location is set perfect. The scenery looks lovely, with a crystal clear sky and the reflection of the nearby trees.

I would love to be sat in the tree house and watching the birds and natural itself surrounding me. This is definitely a great design for now and the future.
January 25, 2014 | Unregistered CommenterJames
The concept of your house is beautiful, modern and impressive
February 10, 2014 | Unregistered Commenterapril

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