The different types of playgrounds we have in Singapore

 

Do all playgrounds look the same? Even 20 years ago, there were different kinds of playground. Some were built on concrete, some on sand and some were just made of different structures pieced together on the same compound and we still call it a playground. But as time advances, we get to see more and more complex looking playground design in Singapore.

The one thing that is common in all playgrounds is the kind of flooring they have. It is a type of rubber flooring called, the “EPDM flooring”. The EPDM flooring is commonly used for all playgrounds as they one of the cheapest and safest types of flooring to use. Not to mention, they abide by American’s safety standard for flooring when it comes to playground equipment. Thus, it became a necessity for all playgrounds unless better flooring is suggested.

Nowadays, we have all kinds of playgrounds. As playgrounds are no longer just for the point of having fun, they are also beacon of development for growing kids. If you notice the structures of these amenities, you will realise that they all come in different shapes and sizes. Granted the ones that are found below public housing are restricted to certain safety requirements, their playground equipment tends to be a little bit restrictive in terms of height and size. However, playgrounds are now commonly found elsewhere. They can be found in parks, public spaces, condominiums and even malls. These areas usually do not any tight restriction given to the shape and size of that playground equipment. But what are some different set of playground equipment available in Singapore?

The recent trendy ones are usually the net climber playground equipment. They can be identified with bright coloured ropes that usually make up the entire structure. These strong ropes help create the overall structure of the playground equipment and can provide different kinds of entertainment for the users. For growing kids, these ropes can serve as strengthening equipment. Climbing as part of playing can be attractive to kids. Even for adults, they can prove to be a challenge.

Landscape Architecture Playground not only creates play value it can also help to enhance the surrounding environment. From far, the playground design looks like a masterpiece. You can find them in places like Changi Airport or Jewel, where the playground equipment looks like a structure that is meant to beautify the area, but in fact, it is a piece of play equipment.

Building a playground have come a long way and it is not without the help and expertise of the playground specialist. Our local playground designer has attended training and made trips down to various countries to experience what playgrounds outside of Singapore look like. Most of the playground equipment is imported. But some are original, and it can feel extreme at times. But that is the beauty of playgrounds, it is never a one-dimensional structure.