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What does the future of parks look like? What happens when cookie cutter playgrounds get replaced by unique, creative, and imaginative structures? In this episode, Dustin Graham talks about trends in parks and playground design. We get deep into how playgrounds are the foundation for skill building and risk taking.
Dustin Graham, a Designer and Territory Manager, for Great Southern Recreation, has been working in the parks and recreation industry for 15 years. Dustin’s eclectic recreation experience has lead him to the wonderful world of play space design and construction. Dustin services East Tennessee and East Georgia providing design/build services in the playground and splash pad space.
Dustin is Raising the Bar By:
Creating spaces that impact our communities beyond the park
Advocating for risky elements in playgrounds for the benefit of child development
Asking the big questions like…
“How do we make our communities say, ‘I love my park system’?”
Things you’ll learn in this episode:
Trends in parks and playground design
The rise of splash pads (less maintenance, less staff, and less insurance!)
How topographic challenges won’t limit a playground, but will actually be an advantage
The potential of using old inhabitable places and transforming them to new gems
What to say when someone remarks, “That’s dangerous!!” to a new piece of playground equipment
The new features that make playgrounds come alive:
How technology can impact the way kids interact with nature
Future use of QR codes and augmented reality
App-based social fitness challenges
How sound and light features will become integrated in parks in conjunction with smart phone technology (similar idea w/ Disney lights -> watch video )
“Playgrounds are great natural classrooms for kids to learn about themselves” - Dustin Graham
Resources:
Gametime Fitness Challenge Course (must watch video!)
Beltline Park in Atlanta
Great Southern Rec
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