The Empress Playhouse Plan

The Empress Chateau Playhouse Plan brings French elegance and luxury to backyard play. Inspired by modern chateau architecture, this playhouse features a sweeping V‑shaped layout with a curved front porch and an overhung second level for dramatic charm. With 620 square feet of total usable play space it offers a scenic and spacious environment designed for custom creativity and daylight play. You can install up to 35 glass windows for abundant natural light and make use of two second floor exits for optional rock wall or a seven‑foot spiral slide.

Built with both beauty and practicality in mind this plan includes six foot wall heights that make it easy for adults to participate in playtime. The hip and valley roof adds architectural flair while supporting imaginative layouts. The clear step‑by‑step guide is 72 pages long and makes building approachable for DIYers or families building together. The Empress Chateau Playhouse Plan is a grand and inviting place where kids can dream big and families can build lasting memories.

Features:

• "V" shaped French Chateau aesthetic with curved front porch and 2nd level overhang
• 620 ft² in total usable play space
• Rear rock wall entrance and 2nd level exit for optional 7' slide
• Hip and valley roof
• Accommodates 35 glass windows for ample natural light
• 2 stories with 6' walls
  
• 72 page, step by step PDF plan
• Designed for children ages 4-12
  

Plan Category:

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Dimensions:

• 35' Wide
• 16' Deep
  
• 17' Tall

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x8 - 16" O.C.
• Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Glass Shed Windows:

• ( 28 ) 18" x 27"
• ( 5 ) 14" x 21"

Roofing Details:

• 45° Hip and valley roof
  
• 490 ft² of total roof coverage. Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List:

Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:
( 7 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 1 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'

1x3:
( 1 ) 1” x 3” x 8'
( 1 ) 1” x 3” x 10'
( 2 ) 1” x 3” x 12'

2x2:
( 50 ) 2” x 2” x 3'
( 8 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

2x4:
( 87 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 33 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 160 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 16 ) 2” x 4” x 16'

2x6:
( 18 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 25 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 24 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

2x8:
( 46 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 33 ) 2” x 8” x 10'
( 6 ) 2” x 8” x 12'
( 5 ) 2” x 8” x 16'

2x10:
( 1 ) 2” x 10” x 8'
( 1 ) 2” x 10” x 10'
( 2 ) 2” x 10” x 12'

2x12:
( 3 ) 2” x 12” x 12'

4x4:
( 3 ) 4” x 4” x 8'
( 7 ) 4” x 4” x 12'

Plywood:
( 61 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 23 ) ⅝" Plywood Sheets
( 1 ) ⅝" PT Plywood Sheets
( 1 ) ¾" Plywood Sheets