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Beyond the Ramp: Designing for the Whole Play Space
By Jill Moore, inclusive play specialist, Landscape Structures Inc. When I roll into a new park, one of the first things I notice is whether inclusion ends at the ramp or if it extends to the entire space. Too often, I see beautiful playstructures that “meet the code,” but don’t truly invite everyone to participate. As a wheelchair user, going to the playground as a child frequently meant I was relegated to the sidelines. Now, as an inclusive play specialist and an advocate within the space, I get to see firsthand the impact of creating playgrounds that go beyond minimum requirements. The law sets the floor. As designers, planners, and advocates, we can reach for the ceiling. That perspective isn’t new at Landscape Structures. Back in 1993, our Cofounder Steve King, was appointed to the Fe...Read More