# Dangerous Retro Playhouses Playgrounds from the 70s are Modern Bad Ideas By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-10-06 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playgrounds-from-the-70s References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2009/10/06/vintage-playground-c.html) & [divinecaroline](http://www.divinecaroline.com/22111/84399-playgrounds-70-s) The best part about being a kid was being able to [play in a playground](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-playground-app) and not look like a complete creep. These playgrounds from the 70s are the perfect way to reflect on childhood. Everything in the 70s, when viewed from modern eye, appears completely unsafe and sometimes dangerous (hello Lawn Darts!). The photos above are no exception. Go ahead and check out the playgrounds from the 70s and remember what it is like to [play in the sand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-boulder-park). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Playground Revival:** The demand for nostalgic playgrounds from the 70s presents an opportunity for companies to bring back retro-inspired play structures with modern safety features. - **Playground Safety Innovations:** The perceived hazards of 70s playgrounds highlight the need for innovative safety technologies and design practices in modern playgrounds. - **Childhood Memory Preservation:** Creating modern versions of 70s playgrounds allows for the preservation of nostalgic childhood memories while providing a safer play environment. ### Where This Applies - **Playground Equipment Manufacturing:** Playground equipment manufacturers can respond to the demand for retro playgrounds by designing and producing updated versions of 70s-style play structures. - **Safety Equipment Manufacturing:** The need for improved safety features in playgrounds presents a growth opportunity for companies specializing in developing and manufacturing innovative safety equipment. - **Parks and Recreation:** Municipalities and park management organizations can invest in revamping their playgrounds with retro-inspired designs to attract families and provide a unique play experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Landmark-Inspired Sleek Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doha-modern-playground.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Abstract Colorfully Vibrant Playscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape.md) - [Structural Energetic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Heritage Sound Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornscape-playground.md) - [Contemporary Playroom Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randle-wall-climbing-handle.md) - [Explorative Artwork Playground Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cuddly-playground.md) - [Muscle Loss-Combating Playground Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playground-bench.md)