Treehouse | Roper Mountain Science Center
The Treetop Clinic at Roper Mountain
The “Treetop Clinic” was designed and constructed by Batson Associates and Triangle Construction for the Roper Mountain Science Center’s Out on a Limb Tree-house competition. The structure serves as an environmental science exploration center for after-school programs, summer camp groups, and RMSC visitors.
Three distinct spaces that drive the form of the tree-house: the Rainwater Platform, Solar Deck, and Meadow Overlook. The Rainwater Platform illustrates the water cycle and includes rain barrels that release water to nearby planted areas. The Solar Deck provides opportunities for lessons on the solar cycle with potential strong shadows illustrating Cardinal Points. The Meadow Overlook allows a promontory with views of the butterfly garden and nearby native plantings. The tree-house was designated the President’s Choice as voted by the Roper Mountain Science Center Board of Directors.
