Mad Hatter Playhouse Plan

The Mad Hatter Playhouse Plan is one of Paul’s most bizarre and theatrical designs, perfect for families and businesses craving a truly off‑the‑wall showpiece. Towering about 16 feet tall and shaped like a giant top hat straight from Wonderland, this captivating structure spans roughly 428 square feet over two levels, making it one of the most expansive whimsical builds available. The second level includes a balcony about 7 feet above the ground, ideal for installing a slide or other fun accessory. With twelve window openings and three exterior doorways flooding the interior with light, the interior feels bright and inviting for all kinds of make‑believe adventures.

This plan sits firmly in the Whimsical collection alongside sister builds like the Boot, Toadstool, and Teapot designs. It delivers both visual impact and rich play potential for kids who love eccentric tea parties, upside down logic, and curious “unbirthday” celebrations . Ideal for children aged 3 to 10, Paul’s detailed 53‑page step‑by‑step guide makes tackling this fantastical build straightforward, even though the structure itself is anything but ordinary.

Features:

• Fun design made to resemble a giant top hat straight from Alice in Wonderland
• Two level layout with a 7' high balcony for attaching a slide or other accessory
• Twelve window openings and three exterior doorways
• 428ft² total usable play space
• Designed for children aged 3-10
• 52 page, step by step plan

Plan Category:

💫 Whimsical Playhouse Plans

Exterior Dimensions:

• 18' Wide
• 23' Deep
  
• 15' Tall

Framing Details:

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

Roofing Details:

• 175 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!

5/4 Decking:
( 28 ) 8' Boards
( 34 ) 8' Boards

2x4:
( 106 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 22 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 14 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
( 7 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 5 ) 2” x 6” x 10'

2x8:
( 13 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 8 ) 2” x 8” x 10'
( 8 ) 2” x 8” x 12'
( 15 ) 2” x 8” x 16'

2x10:
( 13 ) 2” x 10” x 8'
( 13 ) 2” x 10” x 10'
( 13 ) 2” x 10” x 16'

2x2:
( 12 ) 2” x 2” x 3'
( 8 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

4x4:
( 5 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

Plywood:
( 39 ) ½" Plywood Sheets