The Tree Hut installation in Madison Square Park has attracted a lot of attention, even getting an SNL mention on this past weekend's episode. Here's a glimpse at the construction of the huts, and they've even been documenting the project on a blog. You can meet the artist behind them, Tadashi Kawamata, in person and ask questions tomorrow, a day before the installation officially opens, at the Tree Hut HQ in Madison Square Park from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Given the financial crisis, it might not be a bad idea to ask about renting one out--be sure to bring a mini muffin basket so you have the edge on other prospective renters! more ›

Starting next week artist Tadashi Kawamata will make the above rendering a reality in Madison Square Park. His "tree huts" represent his "interest in the architecture of shelter and of the insertion of private objects into public spaces as a method of renegotiating the meaning of both." But how long do you think it will take until someone tries to climb into or inhabit one? Stay tuned for more images as the huts are built next week. [via NY Times] more ›