A simple playhouse does not need to be complicated. This 6×6 basic design uses the same wall framing skills as a shed but on a smaller scale — perfect for a first structural build and absolutely unforgettable for your kids.
Specifications
- Footprint: 6ft x 6ft
- Wall height: 5ft (scaled for kids)
- Roof: Simple gable at 6:12 pitch
- Door: 2ft wide x 4ft tall
- Window: One 18″ x 18″ opening per side wall
Foundation
Six concrete deck blocks on compacted gravel with a 2×6 floor frame. Add pressure-treated 2×6 flooring or 3/4″ exterior plywood. Elevating the floor slightly prevents moisture wicking.
Fun Additions
- Window boxes with fake flowers
- A Dutch door (top and bottom halves open separately)
- Chalkboard paint on one interior wall
- A small covered porch with 2ft of extended roofline
