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Playground Design Hardcover – January 3, 2012

by Michelle Galindo (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 7 ratings
Playgrounds are places where children can slide, swing, jump, skate, climb and do all those things which their motor control development requires. Furthermore, the social skills which children acquire on the playground develop into capabilities which they take with them into adulthood. Studies show that playgrounds are among the most important locations for young people outside the settings of home and school. This title is dedicated to the international “kidscapes” of today and presents the most innovative concepts and current trends of this demanding area of design. The projects lead to the knowledge that constructive collaboration on the part of architects and designers, landscape architects and municipal planners, artists and toy manufacturers is the key to the well-being of the children.
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  1. Print length
    208 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Braun
  4. Publication date
    January 3, 2012
  5. Dimensions
    9.21 x 1.02 x 11.95 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    3037681098
  7. ISBN-13
    978-3037681091
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Playgrounds offer children the opportunity to slide, seesaw, swing, climb, skate, and do much more. They enhance children's motor skills along with their social interaction skills. Playgrounds are con-sidered the most important areas for children and youths outside the home and school environment. The key to the success of this demanding design task is the productive cooperation of architects and designers, landscape architects and urban planners, educators, artists and play equipment manufacturers.

This illustrated volume is dedicated to today's "kidscapes," presenting the most innovative international concepts and current trends. The projects that were carefully selected for this volume all have one thing in common - they offer fantasy worlds and play oases that combine the highest levels of aesthetics and design, play, adventure and safety to provide children with room to unfold their creativity and share it with others.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Braun
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 3, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3037681098
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3037681091
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.65 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.21 x 1.02 x 11.95 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 7 ratings

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  • Joel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2013
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    I was looking for inspiration and this book was brimming with fantastic playgrounds from around the world, not just your run of the mill slides and swings - but designed play spaces that just screamed fun and imagination, the only thing better than reading this book would be to visit the playgrounds it features.
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  • Anna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Anna, landscape architecture, Russia
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2015
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    Many projects in different countries, interesting for it's idea, materials, furniture. I like it.
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on December 9, 2016
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    super reference book.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2017
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    Amazing book that contains many design ideas
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  • J. Schade-weskott
    4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 25, 2013
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    This book is full of great ideas. In my opinion, the most amazing ones come from cold climate countries and uses wood. The playgrounds are mostly designed for big towns with big budget, but one can take ideas there and there for smaller projects. Some playgrounds are a little overdone, but in all, the book leaves a feeling of wonder.
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