abernard   about 24 hours later

I saw a cool playspace design lately that had "circuit" exercise equipment surrounding a playground. So as the kids play the parents/guardians can watch the kids while they're exercising.

kimmarren   1 day later

Have you considered integrating benches, artwork, flower boxes, and picnic tables into your space? I just worked on a playground installation that included numerous side projects that will attract families and community members to our site. The picnic tables included painted game tops - - perfect for chess and checkers players of all ages. The flower boxes are great for school-aged children as well as older gardeners. All of these components will help to ensure your play space is actively used by all members of your community.

jcooper   14 days later

Good advice kimmarren! Check out this article from 2008 called Playtime for Grandma: Council opens new playground for the over-60s.

lanak   about 1 month later

Check out this 'fact sheet' about Inter-generational play.... http://www.gu.org/documents/A0/PlayIsForever_FactSheet.pdf Kim, I am very happy to inform you that KaBOOM! does try to create holistic and family friendly spaces with every project. Murals, gardens, benches, and games board table tops are as common on a KaBOOM! playground as a slide, swings, or see saw!

Gresham   about 1 year later

The botanical gardens in Atlanta have swinging benches that are very popular with all ages. They are elevated to give a great view.