# Adult Playgrounds Play areas designed for grown-ups help to alleviate stress. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jul 29, 2011, updated Aug 31, 2011 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adult-playgrounds ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.7/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Adult Playgrounds trend? **Adult Playgrounds:** Who says jungle gyms are meant only for children? Adults need some playtime too. Designers are incorporating these grown-up jungle gyms into architecture and public spaces, offering the on-the-go consumer the opportunity to let loose and forget about everyday nuisances. Today’s consumer isn’t afraid to get in touch with his inner child, and with the fast-paced and hectic world in which we live, accessible adult-oriented playgrounds may be just what it takes to relieve stress. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 21, 2010 to Jul 25, 2011 - Published: Jul 29, 2011 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Adult Playgrounds trend ### Adult Playgrounds Designing play areas for adults to alleviate stress and promote physical activity could be a successful business opportunity. ### Vertical Park of Repose Construction of hammock clusters for a vertical park of repose could appeal to urban communities and solve the issue of limited outdoor space availability. ### Alternative Transportation Installing adult playgrounds such as slides and transfer accelerators in crowded areas with heavy foot traffic could serve as alternative modes of transportation and revamp city planning. ## What the Adult Playgrounds trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Design Incorporating elements of play and fun in innovative ways into architecture and design could revolutionize the industry and attract new customers. ### For Urban Planning Exploring alternative modes of transportation and utilizing limited outdoor space in cities could provide new opportunities for urban planning and design. ### For Wellness and Stress Relief Creating adult playgrounds that serve as stress-relievers and promote physical activity could lead to a surge in wellness industries as a whole. ## Trend signals for Adult Playgrounds Trend score 4.7 out of 10, from popularity 70%, activity 63%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 70% - Activity: 63% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Adult Playgrounds trend 6 featured examples from Sep 21, 2010 to Jul 25, 2011. - [Public Hammock Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flederhaus-by-heri-salli): Flederhaus by Heri & Salli is a Vertical Park of Repose (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Innovating the design and construction of urban spaces to include public hammock installations. - [Playground Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technische-universitat-slides): The Technische Universitat Slides are a Great Alternative to Stairs (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Installation of interactive playground equipment in school environments. - [Adult Playground Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-heatherwick): Thomas Heatherwick puts his 'Spun' Chair to Artistic Use (Category: Marketing) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities for art and design industries to explore new ways of engaging with audiences through interactive installations. - [Subway Slides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hik-ontwerpers): HIK Ontwerpers Gives City Commuters a Post-Transit Thrill (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Using playful and creative designs to transform otherwise mundane urban spaces. - [Sliding NYC Condos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turett-collaborative-architect): Turett Collaborative Architect Brings the Playground to This Fun-Filled Home (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Chance for architects to explore innovative and playful design in residential and commercial spaces. - [Elevated Summer Wonderlands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jds-architects-rooftop-playground): The JDS Architects Rooftop Playground Promotes Green Living (Category: Eco) Implication: The architecture industry can explore innovative designs for green roofs and rooftop playgrounds, revolutionizing the way buildings and urban spaces are constructed and utilized. ## Recent trend clusters - [Power Modularity](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/power-modularity) (Eco) - [Smart Utility](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/smart-utility) (Autos) - [Fixable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/fixable-devices) (Tech) - [Circular Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/circular-simplicity) (Eco) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Fruit-Inspired Cleaning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilada-punch) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) - [Textural Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-designs-blu-dot) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)