This is an awesome new idea being implemented in Argentina. Transforming city streets into relaxing spots for the public, these portable pop-ud recreational spaces will benefit people in urban areas where parks are scarce or non-existent. The Plaza Movil — designed by Manuel Rapoport — will make use of Buenos Aires’ streets during weekends and [...]
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Pop-up park and playground anyone?
Posted: June 3, 2011 by wysiwit in Experience, Interactive, Playground, Street, Urban architectureTags: creativity, fun, games, interaction, outdoor, play, public, street, urban
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One (very big) playground
Posted: April 12, 2011 by wysiwit in Experience, Playground, StreetTags: experience, fun, games, play, playground, street, video
In California, they’ve opened what can best be described as one giant playground for grown-ups. It’s the new Tempest Freerunning Academy, dedicated to the acrobatic and playful sport of freerunning and parkour. Have a look, be impressed, get inspired (and try not to feel too inadequate…) Warning: DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME – unless of [...]
Copenhagen Skiresort?
Posted: January 27, 2011 by wysiwit in Playground, Urban architectureTags: design, fun, outdoor, play, playground, public, urban
Come ski. Even in the summer. In Denmark. Sounds incredible? Yes indeed, but this might be the future, if the winning suggestions in the latest architectural competition in Copenhagen becomes reality. A unanimous jury chose Bjarke Ingels Group‘s spectacular project, Amagerforbrændingen (a new waste treatment plant): A 90 meter tall building, clad in plastic mats [...]
Night of Culture 2010 – Hunt for the Hidden Waste
Posted: November 3, 2010 by wysiwit in Experience, Playground, Street, UncategorizedTags: attention, experience, games, interaction, motivation, our stuff, outdoor, play, playground, public, urban
We are excited to say that our large scale event for Center for Miljø under Copenhagen City council was a great success. They hired us at the Playground to come up with a fun, motivational and interactive way of educating the public about “hidden waste”. What is Hidden Waste? The term “Hidden Waste” refers to [...]
Hunt for the Hidden Waste – Night of Culture
Posted: October 13, 2010 by wysiwit in Experience, PlaygroundTags: attention, experience, fun, games, interaction, our stuff, outdoor, play, playground, public, urban
This Friday is the annual Night of Culture in Copenhagen, where the city opens its doors to the people – on this night there are a myriad events all over, and many of the wellknown institutions invite the public to have a look inside, e.g. Folketinget, PostDanmark, some of the castles etc. We are proud [...]
We want one!
Posted: September 8, 2010 by wysiwit in Experience, PlaygroundTags: attention, creativity, experience, games, interaction, play, playground, public, urban, video
Here’s an idea for an improvement of the metro stations to put a smile on the face of even the most morning cranky commuter: In fact, our only concern is, this might make us leave the bike at home in favour of public transportation!!
Life in the Fast Lane
Posted: July 13, 2010 by wysiwit in Experience, PlaygroundTags: creativity, experience, fun, play, public, video
New stunt from The Fun Theory – The Fast Lane. Thank you @VizeumCph for the tip!
Urban Activity Agency
Posted: July 12, 2010 by wysiwit in Experience, Playground, StreetTags: experience, fun, games, interaction, motivation, play, public, urban
The good people at Rumkammerat have created this brilliant initiative for all of us stuck in the city’s melting pot this summer. The Bureau is open for just one month with a mission to offer you a variety of alternative activities designed for the urban environment. The events will include activities such as Urban Bingo, [...]
