We can ooh and aah over beautiful Mid Century homes all we want, but unless you're blessed to stumble upon a dwelling with that style of architecture, it can feel like a far off dream. Don't hold back and build your own Mid Century hideout out back instead, it's the best of both worlds - no old plumbing and happy kids!

The beauty of Mid-Century style is that it's relatively easy to construct. Straight lines, simple roofs and *poof* you've got yourself a brand new play house! Our friends over at Atomic Ranch have a write up this month on this adorable play home in Denver. It was built from scratch from the owner's own design. He wasn't a carpenter, contractor or architect!

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