The Market & Café Playhouse Plan is a charming two story structure that brings the warmth of a small-town coffee shop and market right into your backyard. With a footprint of 12 feet wide by 8 feet deep, this playhouse offers approximately 150 square feet of imaginative play space. The design features seven optional awnings, a decorative cornice, a Dutch door, and an order window, capturing the cozy ambiance of a local retail avenue. Inside, a ship ladder connects two levels, and both interior and exterior counters provide ample space for pretend play and storage.
Ideal for children aged 3 to 10, this playhouse is designed to inspire entrepreneurial spirit and community role play. The structure includes 13 window openings, ensuring plenty of natural light and airflow. The plan comes with a 34 page step-by-step PDF guide, making it accessible for DIY builders. Whether your child dreams of running a café or managing a market, the Market & Café Playhouse Plan offers a delightful and functional space for endless imaginative adventures.
Features:
- Modeled to look like a small town coffee shop and mom-and-pop market
- Fun details include a decorative cornice, seven awnings and interior/exterior counters
- 150ft² of total play space
- 13 total window openings for ample natural lighting and airflow
- Designed for ages 3-10
- 34 page, step by step PDF plan
Plan Category:
🏘️ Town & Village Playhouse Plans
Dimensions:
- 12' Wide
- 8' Deep
- 13' Tall
Framing Details:
- Joists: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
- Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
- Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
Glass Shed Windows:
- ( 6 ) 18" x 27
- ( 5 ) 24" x 36
Roofing Details:
- 7.5° lean-to roof pitch
- 100 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:
( 10 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'
2x4:
( 29 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 36 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 44 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 4 ) 2” x 4” x 16'
2x6:
( 20 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 19 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 55 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
1x6:
( 2 ) 1” x 6” x 8'
( 7 ) 1” x 6” x 12'
Plywood:
( 23 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
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