Landscape Architects provide a fresh perspective to playground design. They are masters at utilizing the natural surroundings to create unique outdoor environments that keep families engaged for years to come.

To celebrate world landscape architecture month, we wanted to highlight some of our innovative projects and resources that aid in designing the perfect playground.

 

Project Gallery

Birmingham City Walk lies beneath I-59/20 Central Business District (CBD) Interstate bridges with a goal to bring together the citizens of Birmingham. The space includes the following amenities:

  • Lake Park Lawn: A high-traffic area, meant to provide a gathering place for special events. The space uses natural turf to minimize maintenance cost.
  • LED Lighting: LED lights line the bottom of the bridge, allowing visitors to continue their activities even after the sun sets.
  • Skate Park: This skate park is the largest in Central Alabama, boasting over 58,000 square feet of skateable area. It consists of a pump track, a street course, two large bowls as well as beginner bowls, quarter pipe areas, and an 11,000 square foot roller skating rink.
  • The Barkery: This 50,000 square foot off leash dog park features canine-centric play equipment alongside numerous hydration stations. The park is near the Pickleball Courts and Bier Garten, which features live performances accompanied by bistro and table seating.
  • Amphitheater: The Amphitheater resides within the center of City Walk and spans just over 10,000 square feet, with an audience capacity of around 1,000 people.
  • Civil Rights Zone: Lined with patterns along the ground and supplemental signage, this area tells stories from the Civil Rights Era.
  • Playground: Each playful space is meant to pay homage to Alabama’s five physiographic regions - Coastal Plain, Piedmont, Alabama Ridge and Valley, Cumberland Plateau, and Highland Rim. The eye-catching VistaSky Towers encourage collaborative, active play.

 

 

Crescent Harbor Park lies in the heart of Sitka, Alaska; a quaint fishing village. Designed by landscape architect Monique Anderson, this custom playground features the following activities:

 

 

Playground Design Resources

Innovation is at the heart of what we do at GameTime, which also means utilizing the latest technology when designing the perfect playground. Explore the following design resources:

  • CAD downloads: We offer links to download CAD files, Top View drawings, Sketchup files, and more on each of our product listings.
  • Catalogs: Browse our yearly catalog to see an overview of our product offerings, or explore our specialty catalogs for more specific needs. Available in both print and digital format.
  • Color Wizard™: Experience how our color palettes look on our equipment in real time.
  • Landmark Design: Our custom playground division can make your vision come to life.
  • Best Practice Research: Make informed decisions when designing your next outdoor environment.
  • Professional Development: Discover webinars, in-person workshops, and other CEU training events provided through our parent company, PlayCore.

 

Celebrate Landscape Architecture

Empowering the vision of our landscape architects is a top priority at GameTime. Your keen eye for design serves as an invaluable resource, inspiring us to create innovative products that redefine modern playground design. We want to serve as a support network that nurtures your creativity, whether that’s providing research or developing new technology such as our Color Wizard.

Are you ready to integrate GameTime playground and outdoor fitness products within your upcoming projects? Contact a local GameTime representative today to explore how our resources and equipment can empower your vision for a brighter future.