Jernej Fekonja, Anja Kozjan, Anže Marin, Ronja Osovnikar Šraj, Salomé Alexandra Ramalho Mateus, Kristjan Mihael Reisman, Tjaša Rojnik, Paula Martinez and Irene Gutierrez

Students from the Product Engineering program designed children’s playground equipment with the involvement of parents for Sixinch Adria, d. o. o., a company that produces innovative furniture pieces for interiors and exteriors using FoamCoating technology. This resulted in a series of innovative, creative, functional, and safe playgrounds that allow for various play scenarios in different public spaces, utilizing the company’s materials and technology.

The 3D visualizations of the playgrounds engage the youngest users with stories and original abstract shapes that evoke exploration in various natural and imaginary environments. With expressive names like Poliedri, Candyland, Vulcanoland, Castle Quest, Playscapes, Adventure in Nature, Tree Park, Fruc, and Coronita, the designs represent different forms of play equipment that enhance children’s motor and cognitive skills during play and socializing.

Functional solutions with varying compact surfaces consider the inclusion of children of different ages, as well as the presence of parents for the youngest ones. Aiming for the playgrounds to contribute to children’s development, visual elements were used in accordance with the psychology of children’s perception of colors and shapes, enabling limitless climbing, jumping, sliding, exploring, balancing, hiding, and other activities for kids.

The company chose only one of the creative solutions for realization, while some of the other selected designs will also be included in its product catalog. Recognition for the prospective designs serves as confirmation of the quality work done by the proposed students.