Baker's Block Playhouse Plan

Step back in time with the Baker's Block Playhouse Plan, a design that beautifully captures the charm and character of classic urban row houses. With roots in 16th-century Europe, row homes have long been a symbol of community and resilience, and their timeless appeal endures today. Inspired by the historic architecture of Philadelphia and Baltimore, this playhouse combines three unique facade designs into one captivating and imaginative project—perfect for sparking endless adventures in your backyard.

With step-by-step instructions and a clear materials list, building this playhouse is as rewarding as watching children bring it to life. Whether hosting tea parties on the front stoop or setting up shop in the cozy interiors, kids will love the versatility and charm of this design.  Explore this playful escape that brings a slice of city charm to your home!

Features:

• Traditional Philadelphia style row home aesthetic
• Made to look like three linear terraced houses, or triplex
  
• 450ft² total usable play space
• Two stories with ship ladder access to 3rd level loft
  
• Two covered porches
  
• 30 window openings that are compatible with real shed glass placements
  
• 6' wall height
• "L" shaped stairs to 2nd level
• Opening for a 7' high slide
• Designed for children aged 3-12
• 111 page, step by step plan

Plan Category:

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Exterior Dimensions:

• 20' Wide
• 26' Deep
  
• 18' Tall

Glass Shed Windows:

• ( 18 ) 18" x 27"
  ( 9 ) 14" x 21"
  
• ( 3 ) 18" Octagonal
  

Framing Details:

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

Roofing Details:

• 330 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:
( 12 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 2 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'

1x Framing:
( 2 ) 1” x 4” x 8'
( 3 ) 1” x 4” x 10'

2x Framing:
( 63 ) 2” x 2” x 3'
( 56 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

( 208 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 37 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 76 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 9 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

( 38 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 8 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 23 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

( 14 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 14 ) 2” x 8” x 10'
( 21 ) 2” x 8” x 12'
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 16'

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

( 1 ) 2” x 12” x 10'
( 2 ) 2” x 12” x 12'

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

Plywood:
( 50 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 21 ) ⅝" Plywood Sheets

Hardware List:

• ( 40 lbs ) GRK 3” R4 Screws
• ( 20 lbs ) GRK 2” R4 Screws
  
• ( 5 lbs ) GRK 1½” R4 Screws
• ( 52 ) ½" Carriage Bolts, nuts, washers
• (Optional) GRK 4” RSS Screws