# Architecture-Inspired Building Toys The Case Study House No. 8 Inspires the Eames House Blocks By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-22 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-house-blocks References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/01/21/Eames-House-Blocks/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Eames-House-Blocks) The [Eames House Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-toy-by-eames-office) offer the perfect alternative to traditional [building block toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/addams-family-lego). Inspired by the Case Study House No. 8, which was built in 1949 by Charles and Ray Eames, the wooden blocks have been decorated with the specific details of the structure, which was incredibly modern before its time and still stands at the 1.4-acre property in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. Instilling an [appreciation for architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindal-imagine-series) at a young age, the Eames House Blocks can replicate the building to a tee or, if children are feeling particularly creative and imaginative, they can be rearranged to form something completely new. The other sides of the blocks feature additional prints to avoid boredom. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Architecture-inspired Building Toys:** Trend in creating building toys that are inspired by architectural designs - **Early Education in Architecture:** Increasing focus on introducing children to architecture and design concepts at a young age - **Hands-on Creativity:** Promoting imaginative play and creativity through interactive building toys ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create innovative building toys inspired by famous architectural landmarks - **Architecture and Design Education:** Opportunity to develop educational programs and materials that introduce architecture to children - **Art and Craft Supplies:** Opportunity to offer architectural-themed art and craft supplies, targeting both children and adults ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Design Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-toy-by-eames-office.md) - [Structure Building Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-cards-building-kit.md) - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Playful Toy-Inspired Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toys-play-exhibit.md) - [Mid-Century Modern Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-playing-cards.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Building Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arckit-100-sqm.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloc-collection.md) - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Big Apple Toy Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/machi-town-new-york.md)