# Luxury Kiddie Kitchens The LifeStyle Grand Walk-In Kitchen Serves Up Gourmet Plastic Grub By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-03-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestyle-grand-walk-in-kitchen References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2011/03/11/step2-grand-walk-in-kitchen/32504) & [step2](http://www.step2.com/product.cfm?product_id=1402) Children's play sets are often unsightly additions to the family room, but it might just be that your toddler's LifeStyle Grand Walk-In Kitchen is much nicer than your own. The deluxe [play kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brio-kitchen-box) is a scaled-down model of an extravagant mansion cuisine. Complete with a bar, an espresso maker, a cordless phone, wrap-around counter tops and decorative arches, this plastic set will have [kids truly growing up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-helper-play-kit) in the lap of [luxury toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-jenga). Made by Step2, the playhouse unit has an inner area 25 inches wide, and aims to mimic magnificent materials of granite, stainless steel and oak hardwood. Forget the kitchen renovation; for $300, you could have an extravagant cuisine that will make your kids appreciate edible food again. The LifeStyle Grand Walk-In Kitchen is so splendid, you'll just have to make sure you don't raise a snob. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Playsets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and create high-end playsets that mimic luxurious environments, catering to the growing demand for upscale children's toys. - **Immersive Pretend Play:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop interactive play experiences that engage children in realistic, immersive pretend play, enhancing their creativity and imagination. - **Premium Toy Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize high-quality materials such as granite, stainless steel, and hardwood to create durable and visually appealing toy sets, elevating the overall play experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the production of sophisticated playsets that offer a blend of lavish design, educational elements, and interactive features, targeting affluent parents seeking unique toys for their children. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with toy manufacturers to create aesthetically pleasing playsets that replicate upscale interior designs, catering to parents who value stylish and visually appealing toys. - **Educational Toys:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine educational elements and intricate design in playsets, providing children with both entertainment and learning opportunities, attracting parents who prioritize cognitive development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Friendly Kitchen Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-eggi.md) - [Color-Changing Cooking Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simmer-stir-stovetop-play-set.md) - [Tri-Level Luxury Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-dollhouse.md) - [Camp-Inspired Children’s Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-explore-outdoor-cooking-play-set.md) - [Kids Cookware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material.md) - [Child-Friendly Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/progressive-knife-set.md) - [Beauty Kiosk Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-kiosk-play-set.md) - [Cool-Touch Kid-Friendly Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yumyum-real-baking-oven.md) - [Appliance-Themed Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-playmobil.md)