# Upside-Down House Playgrounds This UK Play Park's Features are Dream-Based and Multicolored By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-02-07 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-playground References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/02/06/alma-nac-upside-down-house-build-uk-play-park-architecture-reading-berkshire-england/) & [alma-nac](http://www.alma-nac.com/blog/2017/10/6/06102017-house-of-colour-play-house-competition-model) The office of Alma-nac architecture drafted a competition-winning design for an [upside-down house playground](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudbound) that is set to be built in the summer in the UK. The structure is not only multicolored, but is [multi-functional](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skakkeringen) as well. Some features include a drainpipe as a fire pole, a slide that emerges from the flipped front door, a concealed tunnel and a [climbing wall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-boulder-park) that adjoins a window. The floor is the sky, as the blue-colored ground is surrounded by white puffy clouds that can serve as resting spots for kids and the parents. Alma-nac succeeded in the imaginative design of the Upside Down House Playground, as it not only facilitates play among children, but also the concept itself stimulates contemplation, spacial awareness and fantasy. Image Credit: Alma-nac ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upside-down Playgrounds:** Designing playgrounds that flip traditional features can result in a unique play experience that encourages imagination and spacial awareness. - **Multicolored Structures:** Adding vibrant colors, patterns, and textures to playground designs can create an exciting visual experience for children and adults alike. - **Multi-functional Play Areas:** Including various activities and play features in a single space can increase the play opportunities for children and encourage them to explore and engage in imaginative play. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Innovative, playful architecture designs for parks and playgrounds can offer a competitive edge in a growing market of family-friendly leisure spaces. - **Recreation and Entertainment:** Investing in unique and imaginative play areas can attract families looking for memorable experiences and increase customer loyalty. - **Childcare and Education:** Incorporating engaging and stimulating play environments into childcare and education facilities can support children's learning and development while also providing a fun and exciting atmosphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structural Energetic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape.md) - [Abstract Colorfully Vibrant Playscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Landmark-Inspired Sleek Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doha-modern-playground.md) - [Curvaceous Artful Play Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-pavilion.md) - [Explorative Artwork Playground Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cuddly-playground.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Vibrantly Pink Skelter Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-playful.md) - [Vibrantly Artful Playful Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-pavilion-1.md)