Modern Playshed by Ryan Smith
by Lloyd Alter, Toronto on 04.15.06
If you can't afford a modern prefab for yourself, the least you can do is get one for your kids. "The Modern Playshed is all about modern architecture, affordability, and creative customization for parents, with good design and and imaginative play for kids. Designed by Ryan Grey Smith, (of Modern-shed fame) architect and parent, in collaboration with Velocity, "the Modern Playshed is inspired by classic mid-century architecture. The prefab design is thoughtfully constructed to be as much fun to assemble, customize, and decorate as it is for playtime." Only $2,995 or if you count such things, $ 111.67 PSF. from ::Velocity
Customized interior shown with finished birch ply panels, top, and red, yellow and blue Coroplast plastic color panels.
Start with the Basic Model, as pictured, at left (deck optional). Choose and add your custom finish options, including deck, colorful floor tiles, indoor/outdoor colored panels, and whiteboard, chalkboard, or finished birch ply panels. Order online or by phone. Your Modern Playshed arrives in four weeks or less via free, crated, curbside delivery. Floor, walls, doors, and roof arrive prefabricated, along with a finish-assembly hardware kit that includes: screws, plexiglass windows, corner pieces, roof beam, and illustrated assembly manual. Next, select your 4’ x 8’ spot in the backyard. Fire up your drill, include your kids, assemble together, talk about architecture, and make memories. Your kids will think you are amazing.
via ::Washington Post; Read ::Inhabitat here
Very cool, my kids would love that! ;-)
Or you could get a refrigerator box from your local appliance store and cut some windows and doors into it. Our kids have one they are continually improving and updating with secret compartments, window curtains, lights, etc.
Free, reused and recyclable - can't beat that combo!