British architect Scott Kyson designed a garden pavilion for his children that uses smoked glass walls to blend into its environment. Called 'Treehouse,' the unit's reflective walls mirror the surrounding trees and shrubbery, making it difficult to distinguish from its environs until one gets close enough to notice the incongruities.
The interior of Treehouse is covered in charred timber that gives it a mysterious black appearance. The layout of the structure is like a simple maze, with a slight bit of twisting and turning that adds a sense of adventure for Scott Kyson's young children, who are between the ages of four and eight.
Treehouse uses a demountable construction. This means that it can be moved from place to place around the garden -- or even beyond. Scott Kyson recently moved the structure to London's Shoreditch as part of his firm's 10th anniversary.
Camouflaged Garden Pavilions
Scott Kyson's 'Treehouse' Uses Glass to Blend into Its Surroundings
Trend Themes
1. Camouflaged Architecture - Architects and designers can explore glass and other reflective materials to create buildings that blend into their natural surroundings.
2. Demountable Construction - The use of demountable construction allows for the easy movement of structures, opening up new opportunities for temporary or portable architecture.
3. Adventure Playgrounds - Designers can create playgrounds and play structures that incorporate twists, turns, and sense of adventure, encouraging kids to explore and engage with nature.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can create buildings that are more in tune with nature by using reflective materials that blend into their surroundings, or creating demountable structures that can be easily moved and reassembled.
2. Construction - The use of demountable construction can open up new opportunities for temporary structures or buildings that can be easily relocated.
3. Outdoor Play - Designers and manufacturers of playground equipment can create structures that encourage adventure and exploration, providing kids with unique and exciting play experiences.