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Fair Play
Posted: Jul 10
It wasn’t so long ago that designing play spaces to be more inclusive was an up-and-coming trend, whereas these days it’s becoming more the norm. “We see a strong trend toward design that encourages true inclusion—spaces that not only allow access, but also provide more challenging experiences to allow children of all abilities to truly play together in the same space,”
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Staying Cool
Posted: Jul 1
When the summer sun blazes, many families flock to splash pads to beat the heat. These play spaces can be a refreshing escape for children and caregivers of all ages--and they can be particularly effective in ensuring that kids of all abilities are included in the fun.
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Make Splash Play More Inclusive
Posted: Aug 7
Parks and facilities across the country have been working toward greater inclusion over the past decade, and much of that focus has been on inclusive playgrounds. If you’re looking to take your inclusion initiative beyond the playground, consider ways to make your splash play area more accessible. The sensory experience of mists and sprays at varying intensities is a natural fit for inclusive design, and with some forethought, you can create a splash pad that will be welcoming to people of all ages and abilities.
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Karlye Emerson Appointed to President & CEO of Landscape Structures
Posted: Jun 24
Landscape Structures announced the promotion of Karlye Emerson to president and CEO. She succeeds Pat Faust who has retired. An integral part of the leadership team since 2001, Emerson has played a critical role in the company’s corporate growth, talent development and operational excellence.
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Designing Play Spaces for All
Posted: Mar 15
Jill Moore is an inclusive play specialist with Landscape Structures, a playground manufacturer based in Delano, Minn. She is also a wheelchair user who uses her lived experiences to help develop more innovative, informed and inclusive playground designs.
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Landscape Structures Named to Inaugural Forbes Accessibility 100 List
Posted: Jun 19
Landscape Structures Inc., a global leader in commercial playground, splash play and shade solutions, has been named to the first-ever Forbes Accessibility 100 List, which celebrates the world’s most innovative organizations making meaningful strides to improve life for people with disabilities.
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The Importance of Inclusive Playgrounds
Posted: Mar 20
As playground design evolves, it must continue to meet the needs of children of all abilities, ensuring play is accessible and engaging for everyone. A well-designed playground stimulates all seven senses: tactile, visual, auditory, vestibular (balance), proprioception (body awareness), motor planning and social/imaginative. Inclusive playgrounds incorporate varied play experiences and sensory stimulation while ensuring accessibility for all.
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Safe & Sound
Posted: Jan 9
For parents and caregivers, it’s a natural sentiment to want to “bubble wrap” the kids before unleashing them on the playground. And in fact, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that each year in the U.S., more than 200,000 children go to hospital emergency departments with injuries associated with playground equipment, with nearly 80% of these injuries being caused by falls. But most parents also understand that risk is important for a child’s growth.
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