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Treehotel CoimbraThe folks from <a href="http://www.dass.pt/">Dass Architecture</a> believe that tree houses are magical pieces of architecture that cause us to reflect on nature, and they designed the experimental TreeHotel in Portugal to explore new, sustainable ways of imagining these wondrous micro spaces. After serving as a "hotel" during Experimenta Design09, the TreeHotel toured Portugal before finally landing at the Jardin de Estrela in Lisbon where it stands today. The project is a stellar example of efficient, flexible, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modular_design">prefabricated design</a> that generates awareness of new materials and technologies, and it has received numerous prizes including the Larus Architecture Award in 2010.1
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureThe TreeHotel was originally built for Experimenta Design092
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureThe small micro building toured Portugal before settling at the Jardin de Estrela in Lisbon3
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureThe small space has a bedroom and the roof doubles as a deck4
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureThe idea is to find sustainable ways to evolve from our urban existence into something more attuned to nature5
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureDass Architecture consulted with biologists, construction firms, and landscape architects to find the most efficient use of natural resources6
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureA combination of new and recycled materials were used to create this awesome little tree hotel!7
TreeHotel by Dass ArchitectureImagine kicking back in the cozy interior of this adorable mini home?8
