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Offbeat Jungle Gyms

Monstrum Playgrounds Creates Ridiculously Imaginative Recreation Areas

— April 27, 2012 — Art & Design
Monstrum Playgrounds is ridiculously imaginative and offbeat. They don't create the average jungle gym, but expand on the classic swingset-and-slide model in order to truly stimulate the minds of the young while enhancing the overall look of the area it resides in.

Holding fast to the belief that playground design should be a reflection of the world around it, Monstrum Playgrounds indulges in fantasy while tethering one foot in reality to further perpetuate the possibilities life has to offer. From warped recreation equipment that mimics the look of the houses behind it to giant spiders and pirate ships, Monstrum Playgrounds not only inspires creativity, but also challenges motor skills of all ages in a safe manner.

Monstrum Playgrounds is made up of talented artists and designers with backgrounds in theater set design.
Trend Themes
1. Imaginative Playgrounds - Innovations in playground design that incorporate fantastical themes, challenging play structures, and aesthetic appeal can revolutionize the recreation industry.
2. Artistic Playground Design - Integrating design principles from theater set design and other artistic disciplines into playground creation presents a disruptive opportunity for playground manufacturers and the artistic industries to collaborate and produce unique recreational spaces.
3. Themed Play Structures - Playgrounds that incorporate particular themes, such as pirate ships or giant spiders, can reinvigorate traditional playground models by adding elements of play that stimulate the mind and activate young imaginations.
Industry Implications
1. Recreation - Manufacturers of playground equipment should consider innovative design methodologies to differentiate themselves from competitors and generate renewed interest in recreational products and services.
2. Art and Design - Incorporating artistic elements and techniques, such as those used in theater set design, into playground creation can offer a new revenue stream and collaboration opportunity for those in the artistic industries.
3. Education - Educational institutions may benefit from the use of imaginative playground designs that promote creativity, physical activity, and cognitive development in students of all ages.
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