# DIY Amusement Eggs PlayHive Can Be Easily Built by Parents for an Un-bee-lievably Fun Playground By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playhive-kit References: [blog.2modern](http://blog.2modern.com/2013/01/diy-modern-playhive-for-kids.html) & [thoughtbarn](http://thoughtbarn.com/news/playhive) You don't need [monkey bars and a slide](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape) to give a kid a good time, the PlayHive Kit can be assembled right in your backyard and offer small children all of the entertainment they could ask for. The igloo-like original was built by Thoughtbarn, displayed by Breed & Co. and auctioned off to raise money towards the 2010 Bastrop wildfires. Less than a year ago, the plans were made available to the public due to significant interest in the design. You can download the PlayHive Kit, drawings and tips to help you construct your very own. You need a few [basic power tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-helper-play-kit) to undertake it efficiently, giving you the 2 x 4 building blocks you need. Simply stack the segments of wood at the correct angles and the [beehive-like jungle gym](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shannan-beehive-observation-cabin) will take shape, complete with climbable steps inside and outside. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen X - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Playground:** Opportunity for businesses to create and sell DIY playground kits that can be assembled by parents. - **Customizable Entertainment:** Demand for customizable play structures that can be personalized to fit individual preferences and spaces. - **Sustainable Recreation:** Growth potential for eco-friendly playgrounds made from recycled materials or using sustainable construction practices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Playground Equipment:** Manufacturers can explore new designs and materials for DIY playground kits, targeting parents' desire for affordable and convenient entertainment options for their children. - **Home Improvement:** Opportunity for home improvement retailers to offer DIY playground kits as part of their product lineup, catering to the increasing demand for outdoor leisure activities. - **Sustainability:** Companies specializing in sustainable construction and materials can provide eco-friendly options for playground equipment, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Insect Habitat Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-playground.md) - [Kid-Friendly Birdhouse Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidfriendly-birdhouse-kit.md) - [Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funphix.md) - [Customizable Outdoor Play Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-swings.md) - [Children-Designed Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hi-ladders-high.md) - [Educational Insect Puzzle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerkid-kits.md) - [Buildable Paper Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/castle-playset.md) - [Urban pollinator architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host.md) - [Dual-Function Play Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birddy.md)