Designing Playgrounds: Balancing Safety, Creativity, and Innovation

As a playground equipment designer at Guangzhou OLEAO Amusement Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd, I have been fortunate enough to work on a wide variety of projects. Every design challenge brings me fun and obstacles, and most importantly, it's a learning process. OLEAO has allowed me to hone both my technical and creative skills. In this post, I'd like to share my personal insights into the design philosophy that shapes every playground I design - whether it's an indoor soft play area for an early education centre, a ninja class for fitness enthusiasts or an outdoor space that fosters a sense of adventure. 1. Safety is the foundation of all design The first and most important element of OLEAO playground design is safety. As a designer, I understand the importance of creating a play environment that is free from unnecessary risks for children. I strictly adhere to the OLEAO R&D safety standards and refer to guidelines such as ASTM, EN and ISO to ensure that every piec...