Milady, designer behind Brownstone Playhouse

Who's that Lady.............

 

Milady Hartmann, Creative Director of Brownstone Playhouse brand, designs of heirloom-quality, soft textile sculptures inspired by the contemporary  and imaginary world that inhabits a child's curiosities and transforms into a world of wonder through creativity, diversity, inclusion and  the art of story telling.

Milady has expanded these sculptural toys into home décor, drawing from her extensive background in set, costume  and scenic design for film and television. Her formal training at the School of Fashion Industries, Parsons School of Design, and Concordia University has shaped her design philosophy and work ethic.

The Brownstone Playhouse brand was born from Milady’s quest to find a playhouse resembling her own New York brownstone, which led her to create a whimsical, soft-sculptural world of characters inspired by classic fables and folktales.

Designed in New York and handmade in Montreal, Brownstone Playhouse products are crafted in limited quantities, intended to be cherished heirlooms passed down through generations.

Our Mission
We create artful, soft-sculpture toys and home décor that blend reality and fantasy, allowing children to express their creativity and navigate important themes like empathy, fairness, social justice, and more. Through storytelling, we aim to reduce anxiety and foster understanding.

Our Values
At Brownstone Playhouse, we value innovation, diversity, curiosity, and the freedom to imagine. We transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, making creativity tangible for children.

Inspiration
Designs are inspired by classic folktales and fables that convey morals and cultural stories, influenced by authors such as Beatrix Potter, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault, Jean de La Fontaine, and Aesop.