The Perch At Pinhoti Peak

Wide exterior shot of modern elevated treehouse structures with steep gabled roofs, raised on stilts above a gravel driveway and surrounded by wooded hills.

Quick Facts

Type of Building

Residential

Location

Ellijay, GA

Contractor

Wade Works Creative

Products Used

ToughRock® Mold-Guard™ Gypsum Board, ToughRock® Lite-Weight Gypsum Board, DensShield® Tile Backer

Nestled in the serene, wooded area of Ellijay, Georgia, The Perch is a collection of luxury treehouses crafted by Emmy Award-winning host, designer, and executive producer Chip Wade.

Guests can choose from three uniquely designed rentals—The Jake, The Jenny, and The Tom—each offering its own distinctive charm and aesthetic to create unforgettable stays.

Construction interior with white gypsum wallboard (ToughRock®) installed on framed walls, an arched opening leading to another area with a window and ladder visible, exposed insulation and wood framing on the left, and unfinished wooden stairs.
Close-up of a worker’s hands using a utility knife to score and cut a grey DensShield® tile backer panel on a workbench, with part of their arm and plaid shirt visible.
Worker on stilts securing gypsum wallboard panels to a high sloped ceiling in an unfinished attic, with exposed wood framing and insulation around them.
Construction worker on stilts attaching large drywall panels to a sloped ceiling with a power tool, surrounded by pink insulation and wood framing.
Stack of gypsum wallboard panels with printed edges standing vertically on a concrete floor next to exposed wooden wall studs at a job site.

For this project, Georgia-Pacific donated DensShield® Tile Backer, ToughRock® Mold-Guard™ gypsum board, and ToughRock® Lite-Weight gypsum board.

DensShield® Tile Backer, with its built-in moisture barrier, was utilized for shower walls and tub surrounds helping to ensure peace of mind against water damage. ToughRock® Mold-Guard™ gypsum board was applied to bathroom walls to help combat mold and mildew caused by constant exposure to moisture,
while ToughRock® Lite-Weight gypsum board was used in living spaces like hallways and living rooms to provide strength without added weight.

Construction interior showing newly installed white ToughRock® gypsum wallboard panels covering the walls and ceiling, three tall narrow windows in a row on the far wall overlooking green trees, exposed electrical boxes, and an unfinished concrete floor.
nterior of a stylish open-plan living and dining area featuring a light blue upholstered sofa, a round wood dining table with chairs, floral wallpapered accent wall, and tall windows letting in natural light.
Photo of a bright, finished room inside a treehouse retreat featuring comfortable seating, wood trim, modern décor, and large windows with views of trees outside.
Modern, elevated treehouse-style residence at The Perch at Pinhoti Peak with large windows and architectural detailing overlooking forested mountains in North Georgia.
Framed shower space under construction featuring grey moisture-resistant wall panels on three sides, a built-in bench on the left, an arched wall opening with exposed framing, and a rough floor base.
Well-designed interior corner of a Perch at Pinhoti Peak treehouse featuring an arched opening painted a contrasting color leading into a relaxed seating area with a curved upholstered chair, built-in bench with cushions and books, floral wallpaper and a pendant light, all atop wood-tone flooring.

This collaboration builds on Georgia-Pacific’s previous partnership with Chip Wade for the original Pinhoti Peak project in 2022, where they donated DensElement® Barrier System, ForceField® Weather Barrier System, and ToughRock® gypsum board to bring that vision to life.

Photo of three white and gray mountain treehouses with steep gabled roofs and round windows, elevated on supports above gravel and surrounded by forest.