Jan 272010
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This eco-group from M.I.T. has thought up a new way to create a tree house: use the living tree itself. There are many benefits to doing this, as mentioned on the site. They use a form of growth called “Pleaching to guide the plants’ growth to suit their needs. The plants grow on lattice, and are reenforced by clay for comfort and aesthetics.
Water, an essential tool for the survival of both the human and the home, goes through a series of species as is recycled. The home itself can be used as a food source for many creatures, including the garden for humans and animals.
Be sure to check out the video on the side as well, which offers a 3d rendering of the living home.