Genuine Lincoln Logs are the ultimate architectural toy. Developed years before LEGOs, Lincoln Logs tapped into the constructive imaginations of kids everywhere. Frank Lloyd Wright may have given us inspiring architecture, but his son John gave us this timeless architectural diversion.
The simplistic building blocks have inspired countless future architects, a number of Lincoln Log building contests, and provided who knows how many hours of entertainment (before the Internet, of course).
For $99.95 you can get your very own Genuine Lincoln Logs kit. The price seems a little high for some little pine logs and a couple plastic roofs, but this pasttime is irresistible.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Retro Toys
- There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in bringing back popular toys from the past to appeal to nostalgic consumers.
- Analog Play
- In a world where the internet and technology dominate playtime, there is a growing trend towards analog toys that provide a break from screens.
- Sustainable Toys
- As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there is an opportunity to create eco-friendly versions of classic toys like Lincoln Logs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Toy Manufacturing
- Toy manufacturers can explore bringing back retro toys like Lincoln Logs and marketing them to a new generation of children.
- Sustainability/environmentalism
- Companies focused on sustainability efforts can partner with toy manufacturers to create eco-friendly versions of classic toys like Lincoln Logs.
- Architecture/construction
- Architects and construction companies can leverage the popularity of Lincoln Logs to inspire future generations of builders and promote the importance of the industry.
