We're overjoyed to announce a new venture as PlanToys expands its horizons in the world of play! With a rich history in dollhouse play, pioneering the invention of flat-packed dollhouses and making them accessible to children worldwide, starting with My First Dollhouse in 1981, we deeply understand the significance of this category.
Dollhouses have long played a meaningful role in childhood development, fostering creativity, storytelling, and social-emotional growth. Honoring their legacy and impact, we remain committed to keeping this form of play both meaningful and innovative.
That commitment has led us to our newest addition to the pretend-play house collection: PlanSpaces.
What Is PlanSpaces?
PlanSpaces is a modular playhouse inspired by traditional unit blocks, designed with sustainable living in mind. It bridges the gender gap and celebrates the joy and importance of dollhouse play for everyone, regardless of age or gender.
Comprised of four unique structures (each sold separately): Gathering Flat with Sunroom, Kitchen And Dining Flat, Bedroom, and Bathroom.
PlanSpaces offers endless possibilities for creative play. Stack the structures to keep play engaging, letting the space evolve with the imagination of the creator.
Each structure includes curated furniture and is crafted using eco-friendly practices, sustainably sourced rubberwood, upcycled sawdust, and water-based dyes, reflecting our commitment to sustainability.
Start small by collecting one structure at a time, giving children something to build upon and look forward to expanding.
What Are the Benefits?
PlanSpaces champions gender-neutral play, reinforcing the importance of dollhouse and doll play for all children.
Too often, boys are steered away from this type of play, but they shouldn’t be. Here’s are core reasons why this type of play is essential for every child:
More Than Play: Dollhouse and doll play foster self-expression, empathy, and storytelling. This type of play helps children understand relationships, explore their identity, and strengthen emotional bonds with others.
Play Together: With their open-ended design, dollhouses encourage bonding and socialization, inviting children and adults to collaborate, tell stories, and reenact experiences together.
Play with Purpose: Used in child therapy, this type of play supports emotional processing, helping children navigate life changes and challenges. It provides a safe space for self-expression, empowering children to explore tough topics in a comforting way.
PlanSpaces does not include dolls. Explore the PlanToys PlanFamily collection to create a set of dolls that best represents your family and the important people in your child's life.
What Makes PlanSpaces Innovative?
Considering its modular design and gender-neutrality, PlanSpaces reimagines the traditional concept of dollhouse play, bringing it into a more modern space. Here are some reasons why it’s special that you might not have thought about yet:
Use the Toys You Have: We'd love to see our community blend PlanSpaces with second-hand toys and existing collections, encouraging mindful purchasing and a child's special interests. Combine dinosaurs, robots, cars and whatever else your child loves to make PlanSpaces uniquely theirs!
Less Excess, More Play: PlanSpaces is more than a toy, it’s a beautifully designed piece that doubles as décor when not in use. Its timeless, modular design grows with your child, adapting to their changing interests and developmental needs.
A Tool for Growth: When choosing toys for a child, consider what needs they have, not just what seems fun. While all play can be beneficial in different ways, dollhouse play uniquely nurtures emotional growth, storytelling, and social development, supporting both the mind and soul.
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Gathering Flat With Sunroom |
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Kitchen And Dining |
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Bedroom |
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Bathroom |
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