The Fuselage is the newest creation from Tree Tents. Using modern aerospace design principles, Tree Tents have created a lightweight and portable accommodation type that is equally at home mounted on stilts as it is suspended from trees.
The Fuselage frame is made from 80% recycled aluminium meaning that it’s lightweight and easily transported to wherever you need it to be. The entire structure measures 2.9 meters wide, 2.8 meters high and 5.3 meters long.
The modular design of the Fuselage means that base unit extensions can be added to increase the space and capacity of the unit. The extensions are available in increments of 1.5 meters, but if you are looking to suspend the Fuselage from trees it may be best to stick with the original unit size.
The outer shell of the Fuselage is made of aluminium thermal skin panels that wrap around the structure to ensure weather and corrosion resistance. There are a number of finishes and cladding available for the outer shell of the Fuselage that can be customised to the users liking.
The windows of the unit are constructed with sustainable hardwood framing and clear acrylic panels to take in the views. The hinged and lockable door of the Fuselage leads out onto a connecting entrance deck. It is also possible to extend the entrance deck to link it to an extra unit, providing a separate area for bedrooms or facilities.
The unit comes with fitted twin bunk beds and a convertible double bed offering sleeping space to four people. However, the bunk beds can be easily removed to offer a more spacious two person unit. The double bed, that features storage room underneath, can convert into table and seating for the daylight hours.
On top of all this, there are a large number of upgrades that can be added to the Fuselage at extra cost. These include a custom paint finish, low-voltage radiant heating panels, off-grid solar panels and battery storage, air-conditioning and LED lighting kits.
The Fuselage features a triple-layer insulated skin system which keeps it completely weatherproof. Along with the wood stove and low-voltage radiant heating options, the Fuselage can be easily customised to offer year-round accommodation.
One of the biggest advantages of the Fuselage over other types of accommodation is that it is able to utilise land that would otherwise be unavailable. The ability to suspend the Fuselage for the trees is not just great at creating an unforgettable atmosphere for guests, but also in freeing up as much ground space as possible. It also means that it’s perfect for heavily wooded or particularly uneven sites.
If you’d like to find out more about the Fuselage, head over to the Tree Tents website.
