# Minimalist Wooden Forts These Stylish Play Houses Feature a Modern Geometric Aesthetic By M | Published 2015-10-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-house References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2015/10/25/minimalist-wooden-playhouses/tinyplayhouses2/) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/SmartPlayhouse?source=aw&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&utm_content=85386) Spanish designer David Lamolla put together these mature play house structures for children to enjoy running their imagination wild in dubbed SmartPlayhouse. The structures are made from stylish white birch wood and they draw geometric inspiration from architecture exclusive to Japan. The SmartPlayhouse are shaped like large squares complete with [irregular geometric cut out windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagone-house) and a fully functional door. The inside is well-light at open concept allowing children to set up the area as they please for games, activities or play scenarios. The houses feature a closed in ceiling making these structures ideal for setting up for play outside throughout the seasons. In addition, the houses can also be [stacked to create two-floor play areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gioco) to maximize space. The SmartPlayhouses come in a variety of shapes with two different sizes for each. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geometric Play House Designs:** There is an opportunity for designers to create more play house designs that draw geometric inspiration from architecture, expanding the market for stylish children play structures. - **Stackable Play House Structures:** There is an opportunity to create play house structures that can be stacked for added play space, catering to families with smaller backyards or interior spaces. - **Minimalist Children's Play Houses:** The market for minimalist children's play houses made from stylish materials with open concept interiors presents an opportunity for designers to create similar innovative structures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Children's Toy and Play Equipment Industry:** Manufacturers could expand their product offerings by creating more geometric, stackable, and minimalist play houses, increasing revenue streams. - **Architecture Industry:** Architects could explore the opportunity to design more play house structures inspired by architecture, creating a new niche area of architectural design. - **Outdoor Living and Home Improvement Industry:** Retailers and manufacturers in the outdoor living and home improvement industry could consider offering these play houses as a unique and stylish addition to their product offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful-Focused Polish Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/znamy-si.md) - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Modern Baby Playpens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-playpens.md) - [Tent‑Filled Daycare Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deya-day-care.md) - [Play-Friendly Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-nook-modular-furniture-system.md) - [Sustainable Cubic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appels-architekten.md) - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Playful Learning Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-open-house.md)