Image by Edwin Gardner, from Partizan Publik
In a couple of weeks I will be speaking at the Moscow Urban Forum, and I am asking for your help in making the most of this exciting opportunity. I want to find out more about everyday life for Moscow’s children. Can you help me discover what it is like to grow up in the neighbourhoods that the majority of Muscovite families live in?
Posted in Mobility, Outdoor play, Public space, Urban planning, Urbanism
Tagged child-friendly cities, mobility, Moscow, planning policy, play, public space, Russia, urban design, urbanism
Do you want to enjoy all the presentations from last month’s Open for Play seminar – on designing for play in playgrounds, streets and public spaces – from the comfort of your own office (or living room, studio, or bedroom)? Well, here is your chance. The full programme of formal presentations is now available to view online in glorious video and audio.
Posted in Outdoor play, Play spaces, playground, Public space, Urban planning, Urbanism
Tagged child-friendly cities, design, EC1, Islington, London, Olympic park, Olympics, open for play, play space, playground, urban design, video
Here’s a video of a young boy being taught to ride a bike. (It’s in Dutch – but you really don’t need to know the language.)
Posted in Learning, Mobility, Parenting, Public space, Risk
Tagged children's independent mobility, cycling, freedom, mobility, Netherlands, parent, Risk, streets, urban design, video
I am very pleased to announce that I will be returning to Australia in late October for a couple of weeks or so, visiting Melbourne, Queensland and Perth. In Melbourne, I’m talking at the new Royal Botanical Gardens Cranbourne site, just a few days after it is fully opened to the public. I’m also renewing my connection with VicHealth at an invitation-only masterclass for senior regional local government.
Posted in Outdoor play, Risk, Urbanism
Tagged Australia, child-friendly cities, nature, outdoor play, planning policy, Risk, urban design
My plan to showcase some of London’s most playful places has been in the pipeline for a while. And now it’s around the corner. For all the latest info, follow this link to the mighty Playscapes blog – including handy onward links to the Open House website, with more details and maps for all the venues.
Posted in Outdoor play, Play spaces, playground, Public space, Urbanism
Tagged Adventure playground, Camden, child-friendly cities, design, early childhood, early years, EC1, Islington, London, neighbourhood, Open House, outdoor play, play space, playable space, playground, public space, Tower Hamlets, urban design
Glamis Adventure Playground
This post is an invitation to join me – and some kindred spirits – in September, for London’s first ever ‘Open for Play’ event. The programme includes site visits to some of the capital’s most innovative playgrounds, a walking tour of the acclaimed EC1 regeneration area, and an evening seminar.
Posted in Education, Outdoor play, play, Play spaces, playground, Public space, Urbanism
Tagged Adventure playground, Camden, child-friendly cities, early childhood, early years, EC1, Islington, London, neighbourhood, Open House, outdoor play, play space, playability, playable space, playground, public space, urban design
Rethinking Childhood 