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28 Kids Play Area Inspirations

From Personalized Neighborhood Mats to Collapsible Dollhouse Chairs

— July 2, 2015 — Life-Stages
From digital projections of video games that transform any floor into an immersive activity to interactive games inside hospital walls activated by magnets, there are boundless inspirations when designing a public kids play area for children of young age.

Playful, fruit-inspired furniture are tactile in a way that engages young children, a particularly difficult task especially when someone busy like a galleria or airport gate. When coupled with a floor mat that has been customized to a specific city or neighborhood, kids are also drawn in especially when it relates to themselves. Just two examples, they alone could play a part in communicating to the child that this a play space for them in the midst of a hectic bustling environment.

Additionally, many modern schools and even some retail stores have begun the creation of a sensory-driven play room, where children are easily immersed and often content exploring the various activities.
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Colorbook-Covered Walls
Colorbook-Covered Walls
The PIXERS 'Let's Color!' Collection for Kids Creates a Crafty Atmosphere
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Personalized Neighborhood Mats
Personalized Neighborhood Mats
The 'I Am Here' Map Familiarizes Kids with Their Surroundings
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Car-Themed Modular Toys
Car-Themed Modular Toys
The Mega Bloks First Builders Fast Tracks Raceway is Fun and Affordable
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Oversized Coloring Canvases
Oversized Coloring Canvases
Perfectly Smitten's Giant Coloring Book Page is Ideal for Classrooms
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Girly Serving Tray Sets
Girly Serving Tray Sets
Pich Shop's Princess Dinner Set Boasts Dishware and Utensils
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Continuity-Focused School Designs
Continuity-Focused School Designs
Aberrant Architecture Designs a School in London
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Interactive Hospital Walls
Interactive Hospital Walls
These Waiting Room Walls Now Entertain Hospitalized Children in the UK
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Playroom Therapy-Focused Interiors
Playroom Therapy-Focused Interiors
The PlayRoom by WeNew Innovation Gives Children Help
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Eco Flat-Pack Playsets
Eco Flat-Pack Playsets
BrikBilt's Toys Serve as a Cheap LEGO Playset Alternative
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Multi-Functioning Activity Tables
Multi-Functioning Activity Tables
The Build and Store Activity Table Brings Kids Together
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Interactive Game Projectors
Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
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Adorable Faux Taxidermy
Adorable Faux Taxidermy
Etsy's Gills Pop Art Emporium Creates Stuffed Animal Wall Decor
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Gamified Tot Meal Plates
Gamified Tot Meal Plates
The Dinner Winner Plate for Kids Makes Cleaning a Plate Fun
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LEGO-Like Cardboard Forts
LEGO-Like Cardboard Forts
Buildies by Brian Lilly are Playhouses Made Out of Blocks
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Outdoor Tetris Furniture
Outdoor Tetris Furniture
These Playground-Oriented Furniture Pieces are Fun for Kids and Adults
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Playful Slotted Carpetscapes
Playful Slotted Carpetscapes
Pocket Rug Lets You Stash Toys and Create Unique Settings for Games
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Playful Anime-Inspired Trains
Playful Anime-Inspired Trains
The Pokemon Train Will Bring a Smile to Your Pokemaster Kids' Faces
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Minimalist Toy Toters
Minimalist Toy Toters
The Koloro Wagon Makes it Easy to Get Kids to Clean Up After Play
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Creative Cooking Games
Creative Cooking Games
This Food Game Teaches Kids How to Prep Real World Meals
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Sushi Transformer Toys
Sushi Transformer Toys
This Transforming Sushi Set Turns Japanese Cuisine into Action Figures
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Children's Design Festivals
Children's Design Festivals
The Kids Design Week in Milan is the First of Its Kind for Young Ones
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Collapsible Dollhouse Chairs
Collapsible Dollhouse Chairs
Torafu Architects' Design Transforms from Toy to Furniture Piece
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Crafty Kid Campers
Crafty Kid Campers
This DIY Cardboard Camper Playhouse Allows Children to Act Like Adults
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Simplified Playground Toys
Simplified Playground Toys
The 'Wonder Wave' Delivers a Variety of Different Healthy Activities
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Wavy Student Lounges
Wavy Student Lounges
The Svet Vmes Architects Firm Designed This Modern Student Lounge
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Felt Food Toys
Felt Food Toys
CreationByM Crafts a Diverse Range of Plush and Educational Dishes
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Vibrant Sensory Classrooms
Vibrant Sensory Classrooms
This Polish Kindergarten Classroom Design Focuses on Color & the Senses
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Fruit-Inspired Furniture
Fruit-Inspired Furniture
The Mandarin Pouf by MRTNV Peels Open for Playful Versatility
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