Who says outdoor play and learning have to be mutually exclusive? As a culture, we tend to compartmentalize play and learning (recess vs. classroom). The San Francisco Exploratorium has taken the concept of blending play and learning one step further by funding geometrically shaped climbers at museum playgrounds, school and city playgrounds. Kids are learning about geometry and spatial relationships,... Read More »
With our schools reopening, it’s a great time for all of us to remind ourselves of the abundant benefits that playgrounds provide to our communities and to the healthy growth of our children. An earlier blog posting explained how properly designed playgrounds can actually offer therapeutic benefits to kids with sensory processing disorders, including autism. Other studies have shown additional... Read More »
Skateboarding has become a popular, mainstream sport in the last decade. In response, Landscape Structures has developed Skatewave, a modular system that brings the excitement of the sport into a safe environment. Skatewave skate parks provide tons of opportunities for youth riders, from beginners to more experienced riders, to build their riding skills. Skatewave is the first system with a... Read More »
Of all the play surfaces available, only patented PebbleFlex® combines the benefits of design, technology and safety into one revolutionary, high-performance breakthrough surfacing solution. PebbleFlex uses an advanced bond-in-place technology where engineered polyurethane pebbles bond together with an aliphatic binder to create a safe, long lasting and colorful playground surfacing solution. It can be pressure washed for regular maintenance, is UV... Read More »
AquaFlex is the next generation in water surfacing and pool deck surfacing with its unique properties of being chlorine resistant and UV light stable. AquaFlex is resistant to chalking, shrinkage or crumbling. The tiny pebbles of AquaFlex are chemically bonded together with a strong aliphatic binder. The AquaFlex top layer resists UV fading and chlorine, stands up to power washing and maintains... Read More »
We are Fibar’s Northern California exclusive distributor. A leader in the industry, Fibar is an engineered wood fiber, made to be the safest loose fill wood product available for playground surfaces. Engineered wood fiber is cost-effective, safe and aesthetically pleasing for play surfaces. When installed properly, it meets the requirements of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the American Disability Act (ADA)... Read More »
A perfect addition to parks, playgrounds, housing developments, teen centers and senior living facilities, Landscape Structures outdoor athletic and fitness equipment make it easy to infuse fitness into outdoor play. For inter-generational exercise options, Landscape Structures’ HealthBeat™ Outdoor Fitness Stations are terrific solutions. Designed after indoor gym equipment, these outdoor exercise stations are robust and built to last.
Scoremaster produces the safest and best-made aluminum sports field goals. Through high quality construction and careful design, Scoremaster delivers professional products engineered for maximum longevity and to exceed safety and game standards.
Ross Recreation represents Classic Recreation in Oregon and Northern California, a company owned and managed by a team of landscape architects with years of experience in metal fabrication. Classic Recreation uses state-of-the-art technology to create high-quality metal shade structures, kiosks, bus stops, picnic shelters, dugouts, gazebos, park pavilions, playground shelters, and sidewalk covers.
We are able to offer the best of commercial grade fabric shade options. These shade options can be used in a variety of applications, from school play environments to sports fields, and can be custom designed to fit spaces large and small. Landscape Structures SkyWays™ shade solutions are designed to block 97% of UV rays and reduce temperatures by up to... Read More »
The inspiration for this new amenity is a running stream. A stream is an oasis of tranquility in nature where reflection, play and renewal happen. Vortex Aquatic Structures International has been a leader in aquatic play for over 18 years, manufacturing safe, economical and sustainable aquatic play amenities. Water Journeys™ is Vortex’s latest innovation and provides landscape architects and aquatic designers with new opportunities... Read More »
Splashpads require water management systems and mechanics that are specifically engineered for your project. We can provide a range of sustainable water management solutions with the best operating efficiency and the highest standards of water quality.
DuMor is an industry leader and proud U.S. manufacturer of high quality site furnishings. For over 27 years, DuMor has produced a full line of site furnishings including benches, receptacles, tables, and planters, along with numerous other outdoor furnishing products. DuMor is committed to green practices. They make it a priority to purchase only sustainably-harvested wood derived from stringently regulated... Read More »
Site amenities from Landscape Structures such as benches and picnic tables provide a comfortable and attractive place for parents and neighbors to gather. These high-quality site furnishings pull together the elements of your park or playground to combine durability, comfort and design excellence. Check out the new Log Bench for an example of Landscape Structures’ nature-inspired product offerings. Like DuMor,... Read More »
Formerly known as Webcoat, Superior Amenities has been manufacturing long-lasting, corrosive-resistant outdoor tables and benches for more than 25 years. Combining this experience with the use of high-strength steel fabrication and the newest technologies of thermo-plastic coatings, has given Superior Amenities the edge over industry competition. Superior Amenities offers more than 1,000 products in different styles with an array of... Read More »
DOGIPOT® supplies the most economical and practical concept to let pet owners – not maintenance staff – assume responsibility for dog waste removal.
Landscape Structures’ AdventureScapes® Playground Climbing Equipment encourages children’s natural climbing inclination while providing an exciting element of challenge. Kids can build upper-body and core strength as they climb up, over and across these innovative rugged climbers.
Landscape Structures’ Play Naturally product line improves the motor skills, coordination, strength, and agility of toddler and preschool-aged children. Easy-to-grip hand and foot holds, correctly proportioned play activities, and built-in safety features ensure that kids ages 2 to 5 learn more, play hard and stay safe.
Kids that play outside are more apt to stretch their imaginations along with their muscles, playing longer and more freely as they swing from one adventure to another. Ideal for ages 2 to 12, our line of nature-inspired playground products blend the beauty and wonder of nature with the safety, age appropriateness, durability and educational opportunities of man-made products, offering... Read More »
We strive to build communities and playgrounds that are enjoyable for everyone. This is one reason Ross Recreation Equipment Company is so proud to represent Landscape Structures and its line of inclusive playground equipment. Landscape Structures is the industry leader in inclusive play product design. Their products ensure a balance of play experiences that develop physical, cognitive, sensory, and social... Read More »