Choosing a cubby house

Welcome!
Let us guide you through the cubby house decision making process step-by-step.
Here you'll find inspiration and ideas to support your cubby design and dreams!

Planning the position

Plan the position

The dark back corner of your yard might feel like a good use of dead space, but it's usually not so enticing to kids. A sunny spot close to the home where they can get your attention is a winner.

Consider the weather

If you have the choice, a sunny position in Victoria will be better than a shady damp spot. But in Queensland the shade might be your saviour. Plan for the weather in your location for fun and longevity.

Love thy neighbour

If your cubby is under 2.4m high you can go wild and put it wherever. If you add a fort top, a screaming kid and a birds eye view into your neighbours home, you might have issues.

Our simple guide and steps!

Measure your space

The first step to understanding what is achievable is measuring your space and deciding what area you're prepared to give over to play. Measure length x width in cm or mm and don't forget the height!

Consider your budget

'What's your budget?' is often one of the first questions we ask when quoting as it will determine our future recommendations on size, extra features, DIY or full service. You can spend a lot and get something perfect, likewise you can spend a little and get something that's perfect for you!

Consider your family dynamics

Inevitably, our next question is 'what are your kids like?' Are they the quiet reading types, the adventurous, climbing types - or somewhere in between? Chances are, if you have more than one their personalities will be vastly different, so consider features that everyone will benefit from, or have multiple uses; a reading nook that can become a watch-tower.

Get the kids involved

If you're not planning a surprise, then we recommend getting the kids involved! They can help measure, budget and choose their features, plus if you DIY they can get involved in the building too. I can't tell you how many sketches we've been sent by budding designers outlining all their wishes, from fireman poles to secret tunnels, they love the process!

DIY vs Installation

We've designed our products to be super easy to put together yourself - with a little planning and time you can get the DIY glory and be the hero in their eyes! Or, we understand life can get BUSY, so allow our team of heroes to do it for you (you'll still get the glory, don't worry!)

Consider the following

Play will extend beyond the cubby.

Be sure to consider the space the cubby will take up and allow a little extra for swinging doors, windows, play swords, capes, fire hoses.

Ventilation.

You'll want some good air flow around your cubby, so be sure to include around 20cm off the fence. This will allow rain water to drain off the back and enough air flow to dry out.