2x2 House Shaped Indoor Playhouse Frame
Free DIY Playhouse Frame Plans – Modern Minimalist Style Create a dreamy indoor play space with this for a modern house-shaped playhouse frame. Designed with clean lines and a compact footprint, this charming structure is perfect for bedrooms, playrooms, or quiet reading corners. The minimalist frame design offers endless decorating possibilities—drape with string lights, add a rug and soft toys, or hang fabric to create a cozy hideout. Plan Features: • Detailed cut list and dimensions • Step-by-step building instructions • Easy-to-follow 3D diagrams • Beginner-friendly project using standard lumber • Ideal size for toddlers and young kids This build is both functional and beautiful—blending seamlessly into modern farmhouse, Scandinavian, or minimalist interiors. Download your today and bring a touch of magic to your little one’s space! design image rendered from plans More Photos, Build Photos This project was built and tested in collaboration with Jaime Costiglio. Jaime and I purposely made this playhouse just less than 54" wide, so you could use 54" fabric to cover the side walls and roof easily (how about peel and stick velcro?). And I adore how Jaime used a flat sheet to cover hers! We've got you covered with the plans below - check them out - AFTER you go check out Jaime's building post here with LOTS more pictures!
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 8 - 2x2, 8 feet long
- 2-1/2" pocket hole screws
- 2" finish nails
- wood glue
- 2 - 2x2 @ 37"
- 4 - 2x2 @ 44" (longest point measurement, one end cut at 30 degrees off square)
- 4 - 2x2 @ 23-1/8" (both ends cut PARALLEL at 30 degrees off square, long point to short point measurement)
- 5 - 2x2 @ 48"
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
Step by step
Step 1
Build the two gable ends. You can use 1-1/2" pocket holes or 2-1/2" pocket hole screws and glue or countersink 2-1/2" screws. Jaime used nails at the top to attach together.
Step 2
Now simply attach the two end frames together. You can use 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws and glue or countersink 2-1/2" screws through ends.
Step 3
Jaime also added a chimney to the top for added detail.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
