The Cuddly Playground Encourages Kids to Explore
Michael Hemsworth — March 25, 2022 — Life-Stages
References: budcud.org & yankodesign
The Cuddly Playground has been designed by BUDCUD in collaboration with Iza Rutkowska as an outdoor installation that focuses on artistic aesthetics, while also encouraging children to explore their inherent curiosity of new environments
The playground design boasts different zones where children can play and develop their psychomotor skills, but will only be interpreted by little ones as being a wondrous place to explore. Kids are encouraged to explore the various aspects of the installation through touch and play, and even features ample spaces for them to climb or hide when playing games.
The Cuddly Playground appears somewhat obscure up close in terms of its design, but is revealed to be a dragon for the main body to further enhance a sense of whimsy.
The playground design boasts different zones where children can play and develop their psychomotor skills, but will only be interpreted by little ones as being a wondrous place to explore. Kids are encouraged to explore the various aspects of the installation through touch and play, and even features ample spaces for them to climb or hide when playing games.
The Cuddly Playground appears somewhat obscure up close in terms of its design, but is revealed to be a dragon for the main body to further enhance a sense of whimsy.
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Playground Installations - Opportunity for creativity and innovation in building playground designs that prioritize artistic aesthetics and encourage exploration
2. Multisensory Play Zones - Development of playground features that can be explored through touch, sight, sound, and even scent, to engage and stimulate children's senses
3. Imaginative Play Space Design - Development of playground designs that are abstract, amorphous, and showcase intriguing forms to foster an imaginative and playful environment
Industry Implications
1. Playground Equipment Manufacturing - Incorporation of innovative designs and techniques that prioritize imagination and multisensory exploration in playground equipment manufacturing
2. Art and Installation Design - Opportunity to collaborate with playground equipment manufacturers on the creation of unique public art installations that double as play spaces
3. Childcare and Education - Incorporation of playground installations that prioritize imaginative and explorative play in early childhood education and learning environments
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