Danish architectural practice JAJA Architects is planning to take the humble multi-storey car park and turn it into something comprehensively awesome via their 'Park 'N' Play' project. The project, which will be carried out in the Danish capital Copenhagen, will consist of a multi-storey car park with a children's playground on the roof as well as substantial greenery to ensure it's not an eyesore. The project is part of a broader initiative to redevelop Copenhagen's harbor area.
One of the highlights of Park 'N' Play will be its surprisingly pretty external staircase, which will offer stunning views of the surrounding area. The stairs' handrails include a continuous bar that leads up to the roof before twisting into playground equipment.
The project is expected to be complete in late 2015.
Multipurpose Parking Garages
The Park 'N' Play Project Features Greenery and a Rooftop Playground
Trend Themes
1. Vertical Playgrounds - Creating multi-storey car parks with rooftop playgrounds can disrupt the traditional concept of playgrounds by utilizing unused vertical space.
2. Green Parking Solutions - Incorporating substantial greenery in parking garages can disrupt the perception of car parks as eyesores by promoting eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing designs.
3. Urban Redevelopment - The redevelopment of urban areas, such as harbors, can create opportunities for innovative projects like Park 'N' Play that transform underutilized spaces into attractive and functional structures.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can explore innovative approaches to transform conventional parking garages into functional and visually appealing structures like Park 'N' Play.
2. Playground Equipment - Manufacturers and designers of playground equipment can capitalize on the trend of incorporating vertical play areas in multi-storey car parks to offer unique and engaging products.
3. Sustainable Construction - The sustainable construction industry can find disruptive opportunities in integrating greenery and eco-friendly features into parking garage designs, like the Park 'N' Play project, to promote sustainable urban development.