Popular Woodworking Magazine: On Building Treehouses
- Scott Francis
- Jul 20, 2015
- 1 min read
Treehouses bring out the kid in everyone. Whether for a child in your life or as a relaxing getaway, a treehouse is a fun project to build that can test your creativity and be incredibly rewarding. That’s why Popular Woodworking Books is working with professional treehouse builder Django Kroner, owner of The Canopy Crew, to create a book on how to build treehouses the right way (projected publication date of June 2016). From backyard getaways to elaborate treetop vacation retreats, the book will give you ideas, inspiration and the important foundational know-how you need to build a treehouse that is safe for you and for the tree. To give readers some more insight into the project, we sat down with the author to chat about his background and what his book will offer.
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I really enjoyed the way this piece highlights craftsmanship and intention in treehouse building. Working with wood at that level feels less like construction and more like creating a living space that respects nature. That mindset resonates strongly with places designed for mindful stays, where structure and surroundings matter equally. It’s one of the reasons I’m drawn to destinations that offer a Yurt Retreat experience, blending natural materials, thoughtful design, and a sense of calm. Whether it’s a treehouse or a celestial-style yurt, the idea of sleeping in a handcrafted space, surrounded by forest energy, adds depth to rest, reflection, and connection with the environment.