From digital projections of video games that transform any floor into an immersive activity to interactive games inside hospital walls activated by magnets, there are boundless inspirations when designing a public kids play area for children of young age.
Playful, fruit-inspired furniture are tactile in a way that engages young children, a particularly difficult task especially when someone busy like a galleria or airport gate. When coupled with a floor mat that has been customized to a specific city or neighborhood, kids are also drawn in especially when it relates to themselves. Just two examples, they alone could play a part in communicating to the child that this a play space for them in the midst of a hectic bustling environment.
Additionally, many modern schools and even some retail stores have begun the creation of a sensory-driven play room, where children are easily immersed and often content exploring the various activities.
28 Kids Play Area Inspirations
From Personalized Neighborhood Mats to Collapsible Dollhouse Chairs:
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Simplified Playground Toys
The 'Wonder Wave' Delivers a Variety of Different Healthy Activities
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Fruit-Inspired Furniture
The Mandarin Pouf by MRTNV Peels Open for Playful Versatility
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Children's Design Festivals
The Kids Design Week in Milan is the First of Its Kind for Young Ones
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Collapsible Dollhouse Chairs
Torafu Architects' Design Transforms from Toy to Furniture Piece
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Sushi Transformer Toys
This Transforming Sushi Set Turns Japanese Cuisine into Action Figures
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Creative Cooking Games
This Food Game Teaches Kids How to Prep Real World Meals
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Playful Anime-Inspired Trains
The Pokemon Train Will Bring a Smile to Your Pokemaster Kids' Faces
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Playful Slotted Carpetscapes
Pocket Rug Lets You Stash Toys and Create Unique Settings for Games
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Crafty Kid Campers
This DIY Cardboard Camper Playhouse Allows Children to Act Like Adults
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Minimalist Toy Toters
The Koloro Wagon Makes it Easy to Get Kids to Clean Up After Play
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Felt Food Toys
CreationByM Crafts a Diverse Range of Plush and Educational Dishes
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Wavy Student Lounges
The Svet Vmes Architects Firm Designed This Modern Student Lounge
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LEGO-Like Cardboard Forts
Buildies by Brian Lilly are Playhouses Made Out of Blocks
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Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
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Playroom Therapy-Focused Interiors
The PlayRoom by WeNew Innovation Gives Children Help
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Girly Serving Tray Sets
Pich Shop's Princess Dinner Set Boasts Dishware and Utensils
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Continuity-Focused School Designs
Aberrant Architecture Designs a School in London
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Interactive Hospital Walls
These Waiting Room Walls Now Entertain Hospitalized Children in the UK
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Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
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Gamified Tot Meal Plates
The Dinner Winner Plate for Kids Makes Cleaning a Plate Fun
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Vibrant Sensory Classrooms
This Polish Kindergarten Classroom Design Focuses on Color & the Senses
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Multi-Functioning Activity Tables
The Build and Store Activity Table Brings Kids Together
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Adorable Faux Taxidermy
Etsy's Gills Pop Art Emporium Creates Stuffed Animal Wall Decor
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Car-Themed Modular Toys
The Mega Bloks First Builders Fast Tracks Raceway is Fun and Affordable
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Eco Flat-Pack Playsets
BrikBilt's Toys Serve as a Cheap LEGO Playset Alternative
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Outdoor Tetris Furniture
These Playground-Oriented Furniture Pieces are Fun for Kids and Adults
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Personalized Neighborhood Mats
The 'I Am Here' Map Familiarizes Kids with Their Surroundings
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Colorbook-Covered Walls
The PIXERS 'Let's Color!' Collection for Kids Creates a Crafty Atmosphere
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Playful Cosmic Displays
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Trauma-Informed Interior Designs
IKEA Introduces Trauma-Informed Tiny House for Seniors
Contemporary interactive workspaces
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Mental Health-Friendly Homes
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Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Minimalist Play Furniture
Blueberry and Third Specializes in Slick and Stylish Toys
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Sustainable Kinetic Sand Toys
Kinetic Sand Project Planet Encourages Ecosystem Protection
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Sleek Multipurpose Crib Furniture
Zhipeng Qiu and Yufeng Lin Present a Unique Chair-Crib Design
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Kaleidoscopic Kindergarten Buildings
The Tianshui Kindergarten by SAKO Architects is Whimsical
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Interactive Sensory Tables
The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Offers Six Play Modes
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Immersive Living Room Concepts
Moooi Presents an Immersive Journey for Milan Design Week
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Colorful Educational Art Installations
Mario Cucinella Architects Displays Sparking Change
Multipurpose Pet-Friendly Furniture
The Wowo Multipurpose Furniture is Colorful and Playful
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Multifunctional Magnetic Folding Tables
The 'FoldPlay' Folding Table Works Anywhere in the House
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Playfully Renovated Homes
This Home Has a Slide, Swings and Rock-Climbing Wall
Vibrant Inclusive Playground Exhibitions
Wade and Leta Presents the Falling Into Place Exhibition
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Design-Conscious Baby Incubators
The 'INCU' Concept Incubator by Isabella Hadous is Less Clinical
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs
Gensler Reimagines the Accenture Office Space in Chicago
Moon-Inspired Modular Seating Systems
Wigiwama Presents the Dynamic Moon Chair in Various Hues
Big Apple Toy Blocks
These Machi Town (New York) Blocks by kiko+ Encourage Creative Play
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Comfort-Enhancing Office Spaces
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs the Relaxound Office
Community Playground Designs
NBBJ and Flea Create a Playground Design in a Public Housing Complex
Active Family Restaurant Experiences
The Chuck E. Cheese Adventure Zone Concept is Engaging
Town-Like Classroom Designs
Atelier Apeiron Designs the Kindergarten of Museum Forest Building
Immersive Art Escape Rooms
Daydream Adventures Traps Players in an Enchanted Forest or Sci-Fi Cave
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Fitness-Inspired Backyard Playsets
SwingSesh Has Introduced a Novel Approach to Backyard Playsets
Whimsical Store Expansions
MINISO Jakarta Presents a Retail Space Inspired by an Amusement Park
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Vibrant Adaptable Workplaces
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs a Modern Workspace for Relaxound
Space-Themed Home Decor Collection
IKEA Introduces its new Cosmic AFTONSPARV Collection
Pool Noodle-Inspired Furniture
Lieyah Dagan Designs the Loop Furniture for Indoor and Outdoor
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Mall-Based Indoor Adventure Parks
Elev8 Fun is Coming to Miami International Mall
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves
Waiting Woood Designs the New Rotating Picture Book Rack
Kid-Friendly Modular Sofas
The Figgy Play Couch is Launching in Durable, Family-Friendly Materials
Platful Ergonomic Children's Chairs
Studio Lentala Designs the Rom and Lupa Chairs for Children
Bright Whimsical Home Accessories
Blue Balcony Design Studio Delivers a Range of Vibrant Decor
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Smart Sensory Toys
Peel&Play Has Interlocking Pieces That Can Be Peeled & Rebuilt
Playful Interactive Galleries
PLAY by American Express Platinum Reimagines Toys as Art Pieces
Discarded Toys-Created Homes
Wallmakers Designs the Toy Storey Home with Repurposed Toys
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Expansive Toy-Inspired Amusement Parks
Mattel Adventure Park Will Open in 2024 in Arizona
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Kid-Friendly Digital Coloring
PalettePlay.art Has Customizable Coloring Book Templates
Lego-Themed Escape Rooms
'Lost' Invites Players to Select One of Two Immersive Storylines
Muscle Loss-Combating Playground Benches
Helan & RAAK Design Modify Benches to Encourage Activity
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Visually Impaired Puzzle Blocks
LEGO Presents Braille Bricks for an Inclusive Playing
Doll-Inspired Bedrooms
Inspired by the Barbie Movie, Emma Created a Bedroom for Ken
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Mural-Adorned Pediatric Clinics
NBBJ Designs the Vibrant Odessa Brown Children's Clinic
Town-Like Children's Hospital
Herzog & de Meuron Forms a Part of a Large Hospital Complex
Living Condition Awareness Dollhouses
IKEA's UNWELCOME HOME Doll House Brings Awareness
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
Accessibility-Enhancing Public Art Installations
Isometric Studio Presents Cloud Swing
Dynamic Immersive Play Museums
LEGO Group Presents the Superhero Studios Initiative in Paris
Magnetic Building Playsets
Moose Toys' Tile Town Has Dynamic Action Tiles to Spark Imagination
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Braille Building Blocks
LEGO's Play with Braille Bricks Teach Kids with Visual Impairments to Read
Kid-Friendly Hotel Amenities
Vanity Group Offers Soothing, Entertaining Hotel Amenities for Kids
Whimsical Bright Creative Workspaces
Publicis Groupe's New Workspace is in New York's SoHo
Award-Winning Pleasure Product Lines
Playground Boasts Eight Pleasure-Enhancing Formulations
Multifunctional Building Planks
'KEVA Planks' are Diverse Building Toys for All Ages
Japanese Zen Garden-Inspired Stores
Barde vanVoltt Designs the Interiors of the Calico Club Store
Interactive Playful Public Installations
OMA Joins Forces with UniFor on the PRINCIPLES Square
Natural Japanese Art Galleries
Brazil's Yayoi Kusama Gallery Features a Nature-Inspired Design
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
Daycare Organization Essentials
Colle à Moi Offers Daycare Organization Tools
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Textured Concrete Panelled Gyms
MD41 Completes a Gymnasium Design for a School in Italy
Doll-Inspired Modern Installations
Nina Tolstrup Creates The Pavilions of Wonder Series in London
Self-Designed Exhibition Spaces
Kiki & Joost Adds a New Installation Space to Eindhoven Studio
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses
Gavin Portillo and Mario Ledo Create a Dollhouse Concept
Personal Cubicle Concepts
Ma. Camilla Isabel Reyes Designs a Personal Working Pod Concept
Easy-to-Assemble Colorful Furniture
Anne-Sophie Rosseel Presents the New Interlockables Capsule
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Playful Design Exhibitions
Dina Adlouni and Tarlan Vaziri Farahani Presents Mushy Exhibit
Stone-Like Supportive Toys
Play Maker Stapelstein Expands to the American Market
Youthful-Inspired Office Designs
OSO Architecture Creates the New Office for Esalco Logistics
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Expansive School Bamboo Canopies
CollectiveProject Creates a Canopy at Talaricheruvu Rural School
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Landscape Seating Theater Designs
Matter Make Creates the Cinema Visiona Home Theater Project
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Vibrantly Colored Retro Houses
Familien Kvistad Designs the Yellow house in Oslo, Norway
Magnetic Building Tiles
Magna-Tiles Introduces its 'MicroMags' Product Line for Young Builders
Pre-Primary School Extensions
andblack design studio Creates the Cocoon Extension
Whimsical Kids Furniture Collections
Oeuf Presents the New Moss Collection of Modern Looks
Playfully Vibrant Studio Spaces
Estudio Protobox Coverts a Parking Garage in Colégio Salesiano
Comfortable Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Modulyss Introduces a Collection of Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Outdoor Plant Communal Spaces
Mattaforma Designs the new Nursery at Public Records
Sustainable Biophilic Stools
Ponti Design Studio Presents the Inspired by Nature Stool
Shaded Modern Outdoor Furniture
mmcité street furniture Designs the UFO Shelter for Outdoors
Immersive Spring-Themed Exhibits
Colors in Bloom Features 12 Immersive Rooms
Dynamically Playful Furniture Collections
Note Design Studio Creates the Wekino with Capsule
Playful Toy-Inspired Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts Toys & Play Exhibit
Light Garden Installations
Imaginarium360 is an Immersive Walkthrough Garden Event
Building-Transformed Vibrant Preschools
Circular Designs the Corona 3K Center in New York
Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies
Woset Designs a Range of Stationary and Furniture for Kids
Modular Protective Floor Mats
The MYLLE Puzzle Mats by Mylle are Sleek Protective Padding
Playful Dynamic Furniture Capsule
Another Human Presents the New Galliforms Collection
Warm-Tonal Urban City Apartments
General Assembly Creates a Comforting Palette in New York