 |
| Image by Edvinas Bruzas |
Are you yearning for a basket in the woods that you can curl up in when the world is weighing heavy? This treehouse by Sebastian Cox might be just what you need. It is part of a woodland management strategy that aims to facilitate the growth of brambles and herbs, to create a more biodiverse environment for wildlife. Wood used to build the structure is a byproduct of that plan. The rest of the wood harvested from the site is being sawn into planks, which could be sold or given away to other makers.
"The treehouse is a permanent addition to the Harewood House estate."
ReplyDeleteYeah, right, a thin wood structure that's not water tight is not "permanent", lucky if it lasts 5 years.
All this is to make the woods better for Bambi and Thumper who could do quite well without this basket. I guess the real purpose is to draw attention to his views on conservation.
Woodland management ensures sustainability of city woodlands, prevents soil erosion and mitigates climate change. It's not just for wildlife. Many cities now have conservation plans for woodlands. When trees are selectively removed it makes sense to use them for something . The treehouse is just an example .
DeleteAdmirable goals, especially for urban parklands, but the wood in that basket could have been a weather tight homeless shelter, or a protected school bus waiting area.
ReplyDelete