Natural Play

This is an inspirational play area which brings together planting, nature, play, exploration and creativity, we shouldn’t be separating these when thinking about creating future play spaces. These areas feel welcoming, provide sensory input, support nature, promote biodiversity and contribute to being outdoor education zones.

As a child, you might remember the special outdoor spaces of your youth. Perhaps it was the treehouse or fort in your backyard. Or a cluster of trees where you played until dark without adults nearby. Throughout the course of human history, there is a biological urge to find these hidden spaces away

Natural play at Kew Gardens including play boulders, natural logs, tree trunks and mounds. Duncan & Grove are experts in the design and build of natural play.

Redefining neighborhood play in Windsor, Colorado

The Outdoor Pikler from Pallets is an innovative and eco-friendly play structure designed to inspire imaginative and active play for children.

Log stepping stones

fallen log playground natural outdoor playspace

We design and build natural, stimulating ‘habitats’ and playgrounds that invite children to play freely in a world of their own imagining,

Nature play and custom-designed treehouse for a new kid-centric addition to the Dan Ryan Woods South preserve. The design of the nature playground includes custom wood play features, varying textures and materials, vibrant, native plantings, and free-form play areas to promote creative play.