In early June, I happend upon a Playhouse Tour at the trendy Stanford Shopping Center. A total of 15 structures were lavishly designed and built by Bay Area architects, designers and builders. Most were auctioned to benefit Rebuilding Together Peninsula, a non-profit organization helping low-income family to repair their homes. It was a real treat to see this great collection of functional and innovative structures for juniors’ outdoor living.

First are some classical themed ones. The slides could use some camouflage.

Then there are some whimsical ones:

Plus a number of modern ones with the top right one being my favorite for its intricate organization of space, which reminded me of the best man-made hills in Classical Chinese Gardens.

My son’s favorite is this one called Oblique House designed by Barbara Butler Artist-Builder, Inc.