20 Pleasurable Parks
From Martial Art Parks to High-Rise Parks:
Meghan Young — Dec 4, 2009 — Eco
With our new found appreciation for all things Mother Naturesque, it’s important to immerse ourselves more with our natural environment. Yet living in urban areas can make that near impossible, usually leading people to escape for a few days to camp or whatnot. Yet there are nature havens in which you can take a refreshing stroll while enjoying bursts of greenery. Here are a few pleasurable parks to inspire you to visit the one that is just around the corner.
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Softcore Porn Park in South Korea
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Cheese Grater Park Slides
Bizarre Playgrounds as Art? Really?
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High-Rise Parks
Vertical City in Mexico City Designed to Help Reduce Smog
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Cross-Cultural Statue Parks
Victoria's Way Sculpture Park in Ireland Honors Indian Enlightenment
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130,000 Square Foot Skateboard Park New Jiangwan City China
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Shipping Container Parks
LOT-EK to Turn Pier 57 in NYC into an Eco, Open-Air Attraction
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Sustainable Eco Parks
Brazil Turns Landfill Into Sprawling Green Landscape
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Playgrounds from Hell
Slavic Nightmare Park Has Demonic Play Equipment
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Gramercy Park Hotel Park Roof Club in NYC
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Masking Tape Homes
Scott Wayne Indiana Recreates Childhood Home in Central Park
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Wireless At The Park
Cities Get Public Wireless
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Sinuous Eco-Friendly Rooftops
The Park House
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Futuristic Aviation Havens
Wara Urwasi Designs New Structure for Bali Bird Park
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Martial Art Parks
Taekwondo One by Samoo to Become Central Ground for Korean Culture
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Geometric Parks
Sit, Stroll and Enjoy the View at Pau Casals Square
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Playgrounds as Art
Frank Gehry's Playground in NYC's Battery Park
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Parks in the Sky
‘The High Line' Lets You Enjoy Manhattan at Skyscraper Height
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Ugandan Skateboard Parks
Yann Gross' Kitintale Skate Series Photo Documentary
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Recreating Rain Reservoirs
Waterpleinen Public Parks Will Have Kids Singing For Rain
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Southern Central Park
Memphis Plans Modern Green Space
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Natural Moss Terrariums
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Branded Interactive Parks
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Mental Health-Friendly Homes
Hong Kong's Playpod Sanctuary is Functional and Healing
National Park-Inspired Tiny Homes
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Toronto Wellness Boutiques
Trove Wellbeing Offers Wellness Services in Toronto
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National Park-Themed Eyewear Collections
The CAMP National Parks Collection Blends Style & Purpose
Beautified Community Spaces
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Accessibility-Focused Nature Trail Apps
Able Active Helps Users Find Accessible Trails & Amenities
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Nature-Reconnecting Outdoor Campaigns
Mammut Encouraged People to Reconnect with Nature
Charred-Wood Tranquil Pavilions
Temp Designs the 3-to-1 Pavilion in a Rocky Shanghai Garden
Tranquil Elevated Tiny Homes
Jan Tyrpekl Designs the Cozy Zen House in Austria
Nature-Reconnecting Art Installations
Birkenstock Presents the Highwood Installation
Globalized Spooky Destinations
Intrepid Travel Presents a Curated Selection of Spooky Adventures
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Nostalgia-Inspired Experiences
Bubble Planet Creates a Sensory Journey with Distinct Bubble Rooms
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Two-Person Seesaw Benches
Movember's A Problem Halved Bench Inspires Mental Health Conversations
Playfully Renovated Homes
This Home Has a Slide, Swings and Rock-Climbing Wall
Multi-Sensory Art Experiences
Arcadia Earth Toronto & Benjamin Von Wong for A Sustainable Future
Vibrant Inclusive Playground Exhibitions
Wade and Leta Presents the Falling Into Place Exhibition
Visual Museum Campaigns
MoMA’s New Museum Campaign Transforms NYC into an Art Lover’s Paradise
Pollution-Removing Murals
This Campaign Sucks by Dentsu Brings Awareness to London's Air Quality
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Adventure-Ready AR Wines
Bandit Wines' Packs Invite Adults to Virtually Explore National Parks
Multi-Sensory Beauty Gardens
Jardim Sol de Janeiro is Coming to Art Basel Miami Beach
Refined Japanese Serene Homes
The Six Senses Kyoto Home Offers a Relaxed Space for Visitors
Mindfulness-Promoting Walking Clubs
Self Space's Walk Club is an Exercise in Mindfulness
Newly Built Mindfulness Cities
The Gelephu Mindfulness City Will Be Built South of Bhutan
Community Playground Designs
NBBJ and Flea Create a Playground Design in a Public Housing Complex
Immersive Art Escape Rooms
Daydream Adventures Traps Players in an Enchanted Forest or Sci-Fi Cave
Fitness-Inspired Backyard Playsets
SwingSesh Has Introduced a Novel Approach to Backyard Playsets
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Tree-Integrated Mysterious Art
Banksy Unveils a Mysterious Tree Mural in London's Finsbury Park
Integrative Garden Cafes
Cheongsudang Bakery Brings a Garden Experience in the Heart of Seoul
Outdoor-Themed Summer Sweepstakes
CLIF BAR Encourages More People to Spend Time Outdoors
Vibrant Independent Hotels
The Memphian Hotel Features a Low-Pressure Environment for Workouts
Mall-Based Indoor Adventure Parks
Elev8 Fun is Coming to Miami International Mall
Planted Balcony Home Designs
4site Architects Designs the House of Greens in Bangalore
Dog-Friendly Cafe Experiences
Snow Pawttage Invites Guests to Interact with 8 Samoyeds
Cutting-Edge Digital Art Exhibitions
Arte Museum Las Vegas Offers Exclusive Deals to Residents
Sustainably Built Public Attractions
National Geographic Society Unveils the Museum of Exploration
Bamboo-Inspired Cultural Buildings
This Cultural Center Seamlessly Blends Into its Surroundings
Expansive Toy-Inspired Amusement Parks
Mattel Adventure Park Will Open in 2024 in Arizona
Garden-Centric Health Centers
A Trio of Studios Designs the Carcavelos Health Complex
Muscle Loss-Combating Playground Benches
Helan & RAAK Design Modify Benches to Encourage Activity
Subterranean Courtyard Galleries
Buzz Designs the Hermit Space Yards in Beijing Park
Elevated Outdoor Lodging Experiences
Hilton Has Announced an Exclusive Partnership with AutoCamp
Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes
Burdifilek Designs the Sleek Forest Hill Residence
Parkside Luggage Pop-Ups
BÉIS Camp is Popping Up Near Four National Parks
Greenery-Packed Museum Buildings
This Science Museum is Designed Around a Central Park
Hidden Urban Oasis Cottages
Winwood McKenzie Adds an Extension to the Quarry House
Sensorial Art Exhibitions
Gardens by the Bay Presents the 'Impressions of Monet' Experience
Anxiety-Alleviating Election Campaigns
The Election Escape Powered by Sensible Weather is Clever
Bright Balcony-Defined Apartments
Austin Maynard Architects Designs the Nightingale Village
Multifunctional Circular Housing Blocks
Gensler's EVE Park Design has Integrated EV Parking Towers
Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations
EFFEKT Designs the Better Energy Charge Park
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Resilient Concrete Sea Walls
Turenscape Creates the Breathing Sea Wall in Haikou City
Oasis-Like Urban Hotels
Montalba Architects Renovates the Nobu Hotel in Palo Alto
Sustainable Visitor Pavilions
NU Architectuur Atelier Designs the Green Arc in a Garden
Rock Climbing Festivals
The North Face will Host its Climb Festival at NYC’s Brooklyn Bridge Park
Retailer Mental Health Initiatives
L.L. Bean's 'Be An Outsider' Challenge Encouraged Time Outdoors
Car-Free AR Lenses
Bolt's Feels Like Home Campaign Uses AR to Envision Car-Free Spaces
Naturally Inspired Tourism Campaigns
The Slovenian Tourist Board Launches a New Campaign
Sporty All-Inclusive Retreats
Rise Up Surf Retreats Offers a Unique and Holistic Experience
Award-Winning Pleasure Product Lines
Playground Boasts Eight Pleasure-Enhancing Formulations
Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps
Quiet Places Finder Helps People Locate Calm in the Big City
Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations
These Sculptures at Kew Gardens Are Made by Marc Quinn
Nature-Connecting Tranquil Homes
José Roberto Paredes Designs the Al Suave House
Climbing Wall-Integrated Apartments
Nati Minas & Studio Designs the Sleek Musa Apartment
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Natural Japanese Art Galleries
Brazil's Yayoi Kusama Gallery Features a Nature-Inspired Design
Anniversary-Celebrating Amusement Park Attractions
Parc Astérix Celebrates Its 35th Anniversary
Pop-Up Dog Parks
PetSafe's Unleashed Dog Park is a Destination for People & Pets Alike
Natural Tresspassing Campaigns
Lush and Right to Roam Believe Nature Is For Everyone
Rocky Garden-Nestled Serene Pavilions
Temp Designs the 3-to-1 Pavilion in a Rocky Garden
Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins
NAMO Architecture & i29 Architects Create the Buitenverblijf Nest
Cave-Themed Cafes
Gua. Juicery Offers a Minimalist Escape Within a Botanical Garden
Italian Rooftop Restaurants
Public Gardens in Toronto Offers a NYC-Inspired Oasis
Tranquil Brazilian Beach Houses
Studio MK27 Designs the Casa Azul in São Paolo, Brazil
Nature-Connecting Office Spaces
Hawkins\Brown Designs the Here + Now Office Buildings
Community Sports Park Centers
MJMA Architecture & Design Creates the Churchill Meadows Center
Tranquil Functional Home Designs
Atelier Varun Goyal Designs the Modern Courtyard House
Prescriptive Mental Health Posters
Parkrun Encourages Movement on World Mental Health Day
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities
BIG Studio Showcases the Plans for Mindfulness City
Elevated Park Nature Lookouts
LYTT Architecture nad ADEPT Join on the Amager Nature Park
Tranquil Aesthetic Bungalow Renovations
OWIU Design Created the Echo Park Hillhouse
Clustered Natural Campus Extensions
OMA Creates a Cluster of Structures for Hongik University
Rock-Climbing Work Spaces
Paris has a Hidden Climbing Gym and Cowork Space Inside a Chapel
Japanese Outdoor Teaching Spaces
Heatherwick Studio Designs Spaces at the British School
Whimsical Tranquil Holiday Hotels
The Two Bunch Palms Hotel is a Homey Oasis in the Desert
Solo Flexible Study Spaces
YounghanChung Architects Designs the Tiny Forest Study Space
Stone-Stacked Dynamic Fountains
Sabine Marcelis and SolidNature Create the Vondel Fountain
Bali-Inspired European Hotels
Manon Les Suites Features Jungle Elements in the Heart of Copenhagen
Light-Filled City Center Gardens
ROOM + Design & Build Designs the Secret Garden in Vietnam
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Comprehensive AI Trip Planners
TravelPal Recommends Activities, Walking Routes, Dinners, and More
Poetic Habourfront Nature Centers
3XN Created the Centre for Coastal Nature and Sport Fishing
Nature-Themed Modern Workspaces
The New Natwest Office in London Features Greenery Throughout
Reanimated Power Plant Parks
BIG Reimagined a Power Plant from 1950s on Manresa Island
Eco-Friendly Artisan Markets
The ChoZen Artisan Market is a New Eco-Conscious Event in Sebastian
Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Waterfront Transformation Public Park
Sasaki Updates the Wilmington Waterfront Promenade
Neutral-Toned Wellness Spas
INNESS Spa Boasts Organic Products and a Relaxing Ambiance
Electric Garden-Nestled Cottages
NOKE Architects Designs the House of Color in Poland
Tree-Like Library Spaces
Studio Hinge Presents the Forest of Knowledge Library Design
Whimsical Magic-Themed Parks
Universal Studios Introduces the Ministry of Magic World
Snow-Themed Winter Retreats
Le Massif de Charlevoix Invites Guests to Experience Quebec's Winters
History Museum Garden Renovations
London's Natural History Museum Underwent a Five-Acre Makeover
Romantic Date Planners
CoupleQuest Helps Partners Plan Personalized Outings
Alleyway-Inspired Art Centers
Neri&Hu Completes the New Bund Performing Arts Centre
Accessible Urban Rest Areas
The City of St. John's Increases Accessibility in Parks
Nature-Bounding School Designs
Pelletier de Fontenay and Leclarc Architects Design École du Zénith
Urban Green Space Overhauls
Four of London's green spaces will receive a makeover
Urban Natural Expansive Buildings
Atelier Delalande Tabourin Designs Office National des Forêts
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Botanical Visitor Pavilions
NU Architectuuratelier and Archipelago Create the Green Ark Pavilion
Flood-Defence Nature Parks
CF Møller Integrates an Architectural Multi-Tool with a Nature Park
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Nature-Connecting Design Installations
OMCC and Diez Office Unveil the Vert Installation
Mozambique-Inspired Sanctuaries
NJF Designs the Kisawa Sanctuary as a Tranquil Getaway
Bamboo Screen-Wrapped Restaurants
Long Nguyen Design Creates the Nhà Tú Garden Restaurant
Water Flow-Inspired Art Buildings
MAD Designs the Waterfront Nanhai Arts Center in Guangdong
Free City-Wide Museum Days
Museums Free-for-All Offers Free Admission to L.A's Museums
Greenery-Surrounding Lush Homes
Ho Khue Architects Creates the Nest House in Vietnam
Outdoor Enthusiasts Marketplaces
Nomadz Has All the Equipment For Thrill Seekers and Adventurers
Accessible Recreational Activity Maps
The DEC Launched an Interactive Map to Enhance Accessibility
Youth-Oriented Arts Camps
QNB is Set to Unveil an Eco-Friendly Arts Camp for Kids 4-14
Nature-Inspired Floral Villas
Thilina Liyanage Designs the Luxurious Blue Water Lily Villa
Nature-Merging Geometric Homes
Reigo & Bauer Designs the Neville Park Residence in Toronto
Immersive AI Tours
Al Ain City Tour: Exploring the Oasis of Culture and Heritage
Landfill-Transformed Wetland Parks
Field Operations Transforms the Freshkills Park in NYC
Graveyard-Transformed Public Parks
SOA Architekti Designs the Transformed Park of Memories
Community Water Access Points
Paulo Moreira Architectures Completes the Luanda Waterpoints
Glamorous Urban Tranquil Villas
GROWTO DESIGN Presents the Natural Villa in China