BUILDING PROCESS

Building Process

From Bare Earth to Bespoke Retreat

A shelter is only as resilient as the surface it rests upon. Our platform systems give you the freedom to start with untouched ground and end with a level, weather‑smart deck that lifts your guests above splash‑back, pests and uneven terrain.

The platform has a few crucial elements that are needed to be addressed, as each terrain and region may present itself with different challenges.

Below we expand on the different options for platforms so you can decide what suits you best. We can provide a collapsible platform and ship it from our factory in Veracruz, Mexico. However bare in mind that shipping such a volume will mostly require a container.

Concrete bed foundation

Terrain: most terrains except cliffs or sharp slopes.
If you have chosen a concrete floor then probably the most convenient option is to create a frame to the shape of the tent with rocks and cement, then filling the middle with rocks and debris. Still bare in mind to create a wooden perimeter so it can attach properly to the walls.

Pour a perimeter ring, infill with rubble, add a timber curb to seal the tent skirt.

With Fabric floor

For week‑long pop‑ups on dry, forgiving soil, you can simply roll out a PVC floor and anchor the tent with stakes. But in wet seasons or for long‑term hospitality, a raised deck is indispensable: it channels runoff and feels every bit as permanent as a hotel suite—yet can still be dismantled if zoning rules demand a “temporary” footprint.

Foundation methods

Every landscape tells a different structural story. We recommend hiring a local engineer for precise calculations—especially on slopes, cliffs or floodplains. Below are proven methods our clients use worldwide

Resting on the ground

Terrain: Flat beach or meadow
This is probably the easiest way to place the platform as it is, actually without foundations. The platform can be placed on thick wooden planks to prevent it from sinking. This method has been very commonly used on beach fronts, or other areas with flat ground. Its also the way that requires less permits.

Zero permits in many jurisdictions; ideal for relocatable camps.

Rock pin & weld

Terrain: Rocky outcrop
If you have chosen a metal base structure and your terrain is surrounded by large heavy rocks, then you can use a long drill head to make a hole in one of the rocks about 40 cm deep. In the hole place a rebar of the same diameter. Then these rebars can be welded directly to the metal platform.

Core-drill 40 cm, epoxy rebar, weld to metal base—no concrete nor trucks required.

Log Foundations

Terrain: Soft sand / loose soil
Dig a hole and place a 1m long by 30 cm diameter wooden trunk buried in the ground and then attach the structure to the logs.

Fast, low-impact; buried logs spread load and resist uplift.

Concrete cubes or cylinders

Terrain: Mixed soils
Pre-cast concrete cubes / sonotube piers
This is probably one of the most recommended and used ways to secure a platform to the ground in diverse terrains. It can work regardless of what type of platform you choose.

Universally accepted by building codes; pairs with any platform type.

Select Your Platform System

PLATFORMS

We present you with a basic guide for you to consider which type of platform is more suitable for your surroundings and budget. If you have any further questions regarding the platform please don’t hesitate to ask. Measurements need to be precise so as to not have issues with the adequate installation of the tent. Adapt your platform to your terrain, consider entrances and possibilities of future expansion.

Sizing Recomendation: Deck flush to the tent’s footprint, or recess the canvas 10 cm below a larger terrace, so wind-driven rain can’t sneak under the door

Platform Metal connectors

Our most recommended method for platforms can be assembled by purchasing our platform metal connectors, which makes the whole building process much easier.

Simply add these elements to your order.
These connectors are placed in the corners of the platform and can be joined with either wood or metal beams that can be purchased locally, thus saving greatly on shipping costs.

Welded Metal platform

This is probably one of the most commonly used options. Locate a local welder and present our platform design that corresponds to the unit you plan to order. In case of planning to relocate we recommend making the platform in several pieces in order to ease the transportation process.

We recommend to use galvanized metal beams of at least 5x5cm and they should be placed leaving gaps of no larger than 60cm between beams, in order to prevent bending of the top layer.

To prepare the platform for the tent structure to place the columns. (in case you plan to make your structure out of metal tubes) We require 1 ½” tubes to be welded flush at each corner.
Alternatively you can also purchase our floor connectors that will require to be screwed across the decking and base structure.

Concrete platform

This can be a good option especially if the ground where you plan to set it up is relatively even. It can be a more affordable option. Take into consideration that the metal bases (or 1 ½” tubes) need to be integrated into the platform. We also highly recommend putting a wooden perimeter to connect the walls to make the tent more protected against bugs.

Wooden platform

If you plan to create your platform structure with wood, consider leaving the columns clear of the corners, as the bases would need to be screwed across the beams, and the columns may be in the way.
It’s crucial to make sure that the measurements match the design requirements as to prevent issues that may occur during the installation process. This option requires metal bases that can be purchased separately. If you plan to move the platform then the wooden option is more complicated to disassemble.

BUILDING THE TENT STRUCTURE

Order our turn key solution that includes all needed elements for assembly. Shipping container required.
Or Choose our to order our connector kit and purchase tubes and other elements localy.

The tent structure can be built from either metal tubes (recommended) as well out of bamboo or wood.

Enchantents Connector Kit for metal tubes.

Arrives in courier-friendly boxes. Galvanized steel corner & mid-span brackets accept locally sourced 48 mm or 42 mm tubes or timber joists—slashing freight costs and import duties.

Building the metal tent structure

If you choose this method, metal tubes need to be cut according to our requirements, then these tubes fit into the connectors to create the structure where the tent can be placed. We will provide you a list of the ammount of tubes needed.

Building the tent structure with wooden poles.

If this material is abundant in your region, this is also another option for building the structure. though it may be more challenging to adapt the wood to the fittings.

Building the tent structure with bamboo poles.

If you choose this method, Bamboo poles need to be treated with antifugicide or other methods to ensure the durability and security of the frame. Take into consideration that since bamboo elements are not precise as metal, extra attention must be made to ensure that the measurements coincide with our requirements to ensure that the tent is places correctly. for this make sure to order the metal connectors with adaptations for bamboo.