the undulating roof of this bamboo treehouse by monoarchi dictates its circular sequence of spaces

shanghai-based monoarchi architects built this bamboo treehouse based on three non-concentric circles and a fluctuating roof that defines its visual communications. composed of a series of private and public space, the treehouse’s top acts as a continuous gradient and mapping of its facilities.

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the 8-meter high dwelling – its height chosen by the architects to match the surrounding adult bamboo trees -is located in the rarely visited mountain village at the foot of the siming mountain in yuyao, china. it is divided into upper and lower parts; the lower part composed of steel supporting columns, while the upper part is mainly a wooden structure.

the plan is a simple spiral line comprising three non-concentric circles. a circle of the outer wall is integrated into the interior, separating the bathroom and the steps into a mezzanine away from the living space. a series of windows are framed by the roof’s waving eave, looking out to the surrounding area, whilst helping to maintain a level of privacy.

the tree house is located on one side of a dyke where, surrounded by ancient bamboo forests, and large green banks. the steel columns have been placed in groups at several points on the land to minimize impact on the environment whilst also creating a large free space for ground activities. part of the terrace is hanging over the streams, creating a sense of floating.