Eco-friendly trend is gradually making its presence felt more and more in the mainstream industries. The toy industry is no exception and ‘green’ playhouses are becoming popular nowadays. Apart from being eco-friendly, these are quite safe to use and are free from toxic substances. These can make kids aware about saving the environment and also fosters imaginative growth in them. Let’s have a look at few of these Eco-friendly playhouses that will amuse your kids.
1. Cardboard Playhouse
Manufacturer: Chasing Fireflies
This pint sized house can be created by kids themselves. It is a fun activity to decorate the house using reusable decals or maybe even their own original drawings. The reusable decal sets are sold separately. The house has been crafted out of sturdy cardboard and its dimensions are 35″x46″x44″ inches. It has a door and window on every side along with a chimney. When the kids want to play ‘school’, they can use the cupola which comes along. When not in use, you can flatten the house, allowing convenience of storage. This house has been made in USA.
Price: $68.00
2. Mermaid Manor Card Table Playhouse by Miss Pretty Pretty
Manufacturer: Etsy
This is a custom made playhouse which will fit properly over card table. You can make it customized to fit a table of any size. A great choice for both girls and boys, it is quite a memorable gift. It has a felt cloth which is environment friendly and it is possible to remove and fold this playhouse and store it in small spaces. It also comes with a fabric bag of the matching color in which you can keep it. The house also has a small treasure chest which has a secret hidden pocket that allows you to keep the mermaid’s collection of precious jewels such as rings, necklaces or bracelets altogether.The house comes with a ‘WELCOME’ board and 4 treasure maps to put into the bottle. It also includes a beautiful matching bag to store the folded house, when not in use.
Price: $230.00
3. Puzzle Playhouse
Manufacturer: Modern Playhouse
This playhouse takes inspiration from the urban kids and parents. Modern Playhouse has collaborated with Svend Nielsen, the Industrial designer and together they have created the ‘Puzzle House’. This little house has quite a small footprint. The house needs no tools for assembly and you can use it both indoors and outdoors. After its usage, you can store it conveniently in a cupboard or even under the bed. It is safe to use and easy to assemble and is made using certified quality domestically supplied maple apple-ply. The house is handcrafted in Minnesota, USA.
Price: $650.00
4. Casa Cabana
Manufacturer: Kidsonroof
The Casa Cabana house is available completely in white color or along with a cat on a tree. It is also available with a small ant, a squirrel and a rabbit. You have enough space to color, paint and decorate a personalized Casa Cabana by you. It could be your own tree house, mansion or perhaps even a hiding shed. Name it whatever you want to and you can also put any other message of your choice. The house has a door with 7 windows and comes with several spy holes. It is completely bio-degradable and is made out of recycled paper. The Casa Cabana measures 70cm x 70cm x 105cm in dimension and weighs around 3 kilograms.
Price: $38.3628
5. Kid-eco Cardboard Playhouse Pink
Manufacturer: Totslots
This playhouse by Totslots can be painted over and even decorated as per your need. It is totally bio-degradable and recyclable and consists of about 80% recycled cardboard. It is an eco-friendly playhouse made out of cardboard. It comes along with a sturdy corrugated card board outer for storing it when it is not being used.
It is not meant for children less than 18 months of age and is conceptualized mainly for indoor usage, though it can be used outdoors if the conditions are dry. The house must be stored away from fire or any kind of flame and in a dry place. An adult supervision is recommended every time and do check for any damage signs that would cause harm to the child.
Price: $56.7684
6. Circle Playhouse
Manufacturer: Modern Playhouse
This playhouse is made out of 100% cotton. It has a candy striped roof which is decorated by embroidery of designs of princesses. It has white tie-back curtains with beautiful ruffled edges. The frame of the house is constructed using a light weight metal having plastic connectors. Dimensions of this house are: 53L x 42W x 65H inches
Price: $1,299.00
7. Dexton Fengi Princess Cloth Playhouse
Manufacturer: PlayHouses
It derives inspiration from the classic architecture of a New England or a Scandinavian cottage. It was a finalist for the 2011 Dwell Modern World Awards in the play category. With a small footprint but large impact, it will be a home of creativity and imagination. It is non-toxic and is handcrafted in USA using maple apple-ply.
Price: $270.00
