10 Best Dollhouses for Adults of 2023 (Robotime, Kisoy, and More)

There are are a few main factors to think about when figuring out which size dollhouse is best for you: space and the desired level of detail.

Also consider the purpose of the dollhouse kit to figure out the best design and dimensions. Are you mainly interested in enjoying the assembly process? Is this going to be an activity you share with a child? Is the dollhouse going to be a piece of decor or a gift? Or will children play with the dollhouse? 

Some kits come with large, simple parts that take just an hour or two to put together. Others require dozens of hours, even days, of diligent, focused work cutting, gluing, and placing hundreds of much smaller pieces. 

If you're a beginner or giving a dollhouse kit to a teen, you might want to pick a kit with an easy or moderate assembly difficulty. If you want to commit to a major long-term challenge, a dollhouse that requires extreme attention to detail might be perfect for you. 

Some kits come with the materials to fashion all the furniture and accessories you need to fill your little space, down to the wallpaper, cushion fabric, and the books on the shelves. These are great if you’re looking for a specific aesthetic and don’t want to come up with every detail. 

On the other hand, if you want to have complete creative control over your dollhouse, look for an unfurnished kit. Some kits even come with unfinished pieces, so you can paint the house the color of your choosing.

You can personalize your house with furnishings of your own. If you're going to buy dollhouse furniture or purchase a dollhouse furniture kit, make sure to find furniture that matches the scale of your dollhouse.

If an unfurnished kit seems daunting but you'd still like to put a personal spin on your dollhouse, you could buy a fully furnished kit and make substitutions of your own. For example, you could choose different fabrics, rearrange furniture, and add some decorative pieces of your own. 

High-quality tools suited for dollhouse assembly are key. Not all kits include the necessary tools, so make sure you stock up on supplies. At the least, you'll need glue, scissors, and tweezers.

Depending on the material, different glues work better. Common adhesives include tacky glue, wood glue, white glue, silicone glue, and glue sticks. When you're looking at glues, look the function and check to see if the glue dries clear. Most dollhouse crafters say to not use a hot glue gun.

A good pair of sharp scissors is important for precise cuts. If you want to get specialty scissors, look for sewing scissors and detail scissors. Tweezers are a must for piecing together and placing extremely tiny parts.

You may also want to have a ruler and magnifying glass on hand. Other helpful tools include an x-acto knife, pliers, mini screwdrivers, paintbrushes, and clamps for when you need an extra hand. Be sure to have a dedicated space where you can keep all the pieces and tools organized. 

If your dollhouse requires batteries that aren't included, check the instructions to see what type you need. If your kit doesn't come with a dust cover, you may want to invest in one to protect your dollhouse.