History of Plaspi
What is Plaspi
Plaspi was East German company during USSR era famous among children of Soviet
Bloc countries for manufacturing plastic architectural building toy kits. The
plastic kits could be used to assemble multistory-buildings, hotels,
bridges, garages, etc., modeled after the typical building style of the GDR(German Democratic
Republic) of 1970s. Five different types of sets were produced, and sold primarily in
GDR, Russia and Poland. There were extremely limited quantities of the kits
produced for export outside of Soviet Bloc, and sold mainly in the United Kingdom
under a different brand name.
Plaspi-made houses had very distinct look:
Plaspi sets were modeled after an actual building style:
Plaspi construction kits contained white plastic wall panels and blue plastic beams. Flat red panels
formed the roofs. Similar panels in white formed the intermediate floors. Wall
panels came in a variety of designs, including different windows and doors. Green
vases were clipped to windows, and red balconies were connected to door
panels. There were also large clear shop-style windows, and parts to allow the
construction of gabled roofs, revolving doors, and other components. Trees, animals,
tractors and other toys were also included.
Children loved the sets! Many now adults still keep small model houses designed in
their childhood using Plaspi plastic parts.
Plaspi has ceased production in 1990, ending over 30 years of history of education
and stimulation the creativity of young architects.
