Captive Contemporary Playhouse Plan

Take a break from the same old, same old and move into the modern age with the Captive Contemporary Playhouse plan!  This DIY backyard clubhouse has been inspired by the avant-garde Malibu mansions with it's clean lines, accessible aesthetic and minimalist layout.

No fixed doors and windows will be found here.  The Captive Contemporary boasts an open design, inviting kids to freely move in, out, up and down at will.  Two levels with wrap around porches and two interior portions allow for either separate playrooms or a greater ability to handle more children.  The 2nd level porch easily can accommodate multiple playground accessories designed for a 7' platform, including a slide, cargo net or fire-pole.

For a smaller modern take, see our Modern Minimalist and Half A-Frame designs.

Features:

• Modern architecture styling inspired by contemporary Malibu villas. 
• 240ft² of total play space
• Two floors w/ connecting embedded ladder
  
• Two wrap around porches
  
• Designed for ages 3-12
• 33 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🏡 Full Size Playhouse Plans

Dimensions:

• 12' Wide
• 10' Deep
• 12' Tall

Framing Details:

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

Roofing Details:

• 0° roof pitch
• 120 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 ask about and take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:
(44)  5/4x6x12'

2x2:
(32)  2” x 2” x 8'

2x4:
(23)  2” x 4” x 8'
(45)  2” x 4” x 10'
(10)  2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
(4)  2” x 6” x 10'
(3)  2” x 6” x 12'

2x8:
(2)  2” x 8” x 8'
(36)  2” x 8” x 10'
(6)  2” x 8” x 16'

4x4:
(2)  4” x 4” x 8'
(4)  4” x 4” x 10'
(1)  4” x 4” x 12'

Plywood:
(28) ½” Plywood