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Top 10 Mistakes Made in the Design of Playgrounds & Children's Outdoor Environments
- Not following the ADA guidelines for outdoor spaces which applies to all new construction and renovations.
- Using a playground manufacturer rather than choosing an unbiased designer or consultant for your outdoor space.
- Choosing equipment that does not meet the developmental needs of children.
- Not putting trees, bushes and plants in the outdoor spaces.
- Creating spaces that only meet children's gross motor skills outdoors.
- Creating large, flat open spaces rather than areas for different types of play.
- Putting too much money into climbing equipment while ignoring other types of play.
- Not considering storage for the outdoor area.
- Not involving teachers, parents and children in the design process.
- Under budgeting for your outdoor space.
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