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Step 1
Decide where the playhouse will be located. An outdoor playhouse must be durable enough to withstand the elements. It should be easily accessible and located in a place where you feel completely comfortable letting your children play. Consider the amount of sunlight and shade the playhouse will receive during different seasons and how you want the structure to blend in with the landscape.
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Step 2
Select a playhouse size that is appropriate for its use. After all, the miniature scale is part of the appeal. The playhouse should be big enough to accommodate the number of children who'll be using it but not so large that they'll feel dwarfed by it. Carefully measure the dimensions of the playhouse against the space where you intend to put it.
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Step 3
Check the durability and safety of the playhouse's construction. Safe playhouses lack sharp corners, have Plexiglas windows and do not use pressure-treated wood.
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Step 4
Examine the interior of the playhouse. Many include shelves, special furniture, hooks, seating and counters to help nourish your children's imagination and make them feel immediately comfortable with their new space.
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Step 5
Choose a style. Playhouse styles range from sweet princess cottages to firehouses with a real fire pole so keep your children's taste in mind when shopping. Consider asking them directly for their feedback once you've narrowed down your selection.
