Play With Matches!

Wood, acrylic paint, paper
Architecture 112: Playtime
Instructor: Carl Karlen
Play With Matches is a tongue-in-cheek response to the common parental warning, “don’t play with matches,” turning it into a safe and educational activity. This strategic board game, designed for two players, combines elements of pattern recognition, planning, and decision-making. The matchbox-inspired container serves as both a functional storage solution, and a visual cue to the game’s theme. The inner compartment slides out to reveal a grid-based game board and a set of wooden matchsticks, each marked with a color and a shape. Players place matchsticks by matching these elements, strategically arranging them to outmaneuver their opponent and be the first to reach the center of the board. The hand-carved wooden matchsticks provide a tactile experience that improves engagement and encourages fine motor development for young players.

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