Igloo Playhouse Plan

If you're looking to chill out even on the hottest summer days, a kid sized igloo is the coolest way to go about it.  This 8x10, DIY igloo playhouse plan has a total of 57 ft² in usable space with a 6' 8" max height roof.  There are 12 total sides to provide a nicely round shape, and can fit 14" octagonal windows with ease.

For other smaller playhouse designs, see our toddler plan page.  Download this blueprint and start building it this weekend!

Features:

• Total of 57 ft² in usable space
• Designed for 14" octagonal windows
• Curing igloo aesthetic
  
• Designed for children aged 2-9
• 36 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🧸 Young Children Plans

Dimensions:

• 8' Wide
• 10' Deep
• 6' 8" Tall

Framing Details:

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

Lumber List:

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

Decking:
(1)  5/4” x 6” x 8'
(1)  5/4” x 6” x 12'

Framing:
(4)  2” x 4” x 8'
(10)  2” x 4” x 10'
(13)  2” x 4” x 12'

(3) 2” x 6” x 8'
(5) 2” x 6” x 10'
(1) 2” x 6” x 12'

(4) 2" x 2" x 8'

Trim:
(1) 1” x 6” x 10'

Plywood:
(9) 4' x 8' x 5/8” Plywood

Hardware List:

• (10 lbs) GRK 3” R4 Screws
• (5 lbs) GRK 2.5” R4 Screws
• (Optional) GRK 4” RSS Screws