How might we design a playground for the Rosamond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse, NY?
The design brief:
Design a playground that will entertain and teach children to connect with nature. Include contraptions that can replicate animal behavior.
Where is this playground going?
This playground would be placed on a hill that surrounds a pathway in the park and the ground would be leveled.
Let’s do some research and find inspiration!
Animals live in five unique habitats around the world:
Ideation Sketches
Curated structures of play that mimic animal habitat concepts and how animals interact with their environments.
More inspiration!
Final Concept
Dimensions (inch)
“PUZZLE MAZE” by 100architects
Simple climbing structure
Interlocking structures
Bright colors
Translating Final Concept into Final Product
Final Design
In the diverse ecosystems of our planet, animals in rainforests climb trees, desert creatures burrow in scorching sands, marine life explores the depths of oceans, Arctic creatures navigate icy landscapes, and savannah inhabitants roam vast grasslands!
Montessori Play
Animals
Simple structures that offer different options for play
Allow children to improve balance and motor skills
Final Sketches
