The framework for the structure's platform base is made from scale 10" by 10" logs. The overall dimensions match the design diagram shown on the previous page. (total pieces of wood: 8)

Next, I covered this framework with 2" by 12" boards. I didn't glue to them perfectly matched, but offset every board slightly. The dark spots in between the boards are from the metal weights I put on the boards to hold them down. I forgot, and left them on there overnight. The metal rusted a bit into the glue. However, it left a nice weathered effect. (total pieces of wood: 47)