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Majura Park Shopping Centre – ACT

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The new play space at Majura Park Shopping Centre creates a lively, engaging environment where children can run, jump, climb, slide, and crawl to their hearts content. Designed as a welcoming, family friendly destination, it gives parents and carers a well earned breather while children dive into hours of imaginative play.

The brief

The aim was to design a captivating, purposeful play space that attracts families and nurtures a sense of community. With safety at its core, the area invites children to explore, connect, and enjoy unstructured, imaginative play.

Key Considerations

Target audience: Children aged 0-5 years
Physical activity: Slides, platforms, ropes, and climbing structures
Inclusive play: Tactile, interactive, and educational elements
Family-friendly: A welcoming space for families to gather, unwind, and take a break during their shopping visit
Beyond a shopping centre: Designed as a community hub with a unique sense of place
Design aesthetic: Organic forms, natural materials, and an open, airy layout
Theme: Nature-inspired treehouse concept