# Treetop Mansions This Huge Structure is the World's Tallest Tree House By Jordan M | Published 2011-03-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-tallest-tree-house References: [gizfactory](http://gizfactory.com/article/world---s-tallest-tree-house-is-100-feet-tall/) & [all-that-is-interesting](http://all-that-is-interesting.com/post/3761418154/the-worlds-tallest-treehouse) Homes built in trees have captured the public’s attention ever since the iconic stories of families like the [Swiss Family Robinson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-porrima-concept-boat) first hit the airwaves, but this unbelievable creation is the world’s tallest tree house ever. At 10 stories high, the structure looks more like an apartment project than a residence. Nevertheless, the world’s tallest tree house is the home of Horace Burgess, who calls himself “The Minister” and believes that a higher power instructed him to build it. Construction on the house began in 1993 when the building was [built around six oak trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-courtyard-house); since then, it has continually grown in size. Now at over 97 feet tall, it has officially been named the world's tallest tree house. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Treehouse Living:** The trend of building elaborate and innovative tree houses continues to capture public fascination. - **Vertical Architecture:** The concept of constructing tall structures using trees as the foundation or support system is gaining popularity. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Architects and designers are increasingly using nature as a source of inspiration, incorporating organic shapes and materials into their creations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Residential Construction:** The residential construction industry can explore new opportunities in creating unique and iconic tree houses for adventurous homeowners. - **Architectural Services:** Architects can leverage the trend of treehouse living to design and create innovative structures that blend with the natural environment. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can tap into the growing interest in treehouse living by offering unique accommodations and experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vaulted Structural Telescopic Treehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistree-home.md) - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Olive Tree-Centric Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentieth-house.md) - [Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenverblijf-nest.md) - [White 3D-Printed Tower Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tor-alva.md) - [Cartoonish Tubular Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tubular-treehouse.md) - [Solar Powered Luxe Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baltic.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md) - [Tree-Surrounding Mass-Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-courtyard-house.md)