- The playground is modular (the 5 ball shaped frames are identical to each other) and can form many shapes -Instrument panels can be attached and detached to the regular pentagons (pentagon sides with holes) -The modular set up allows the local people in Africa to decide how they want the frame to look
Poster featuring prototype and user evaluation
Musical Playground for East African Playgrounds - -The idea of having musical instruments on the frame is to give it an educational element. It is thought that playing musical instruments from an early age can enhance spatial temporal ability which in turn can improve a childs grasp on maths and problem solving. It also allows children to experience playing music together in an informal setting, enhancing social skills and broadening experiences - The playground is modular (the 5 ball frames are identical to each other) and can form many shapes
Rendering showing instruments
An early prototype! - This also gives an idea for the size, Will (featured) is about 6'
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East African Playgrounds design
Edward Williamson
Freelance Graphic designer and creative Oxford, United Kingdom