Children's Design

Children's design is not synonymous with theme design. This genre attempts to create whimsical, fun places that encourage play. Examples include playgrounds, gyms, retail stores, and institutions such as schools and hospitals. Creating playful experiences for kids can be challenging in the face of real world logistics, but the designers and projects featured here have all managed to create places that are ingeniously functional while still fostering a sense of playfulness and wonder.

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Soaring High in Small Spaces at Smothers Park in Owensboro, Kentucky

Posted on June 17, 2016

What sort of playscape can you build in a curving space that takes up less than half a city block? Imagine that the space is further constrained by a wide, ...

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10 of This 2016’s Best Themed Camps for Kids and Adults

Posted on June 9, 2016

With summer getting underway, the kids are out of school and adults are planning how best to recapture a bit of that summer magic. One trend that’s alive and well ...

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