Discover Tanjong Pagar

A showcase of collaboration with and for the community, we co-created a public playground utilising felled trees, together with Discover Tanjong Pagar. Located at the green space bounded by Tras Street, Wallich Street and Peck Seah Street, this playground aims to serve residents, businesses and visitors of Tanjong Pagar, by providing a space of respite and play.

By believing in the Reggio-Emilia approach toward children’s education, we wanted to utilise the outdoor classroom as a platform for teachable moments. Focusing on concepts to encourage pretend play, creation and discovery, allowing them to use objects around to represent other objects through imagination and their own interpretation.

Intentional design thinking was made by engaging stakeholders within the community such as residents, preschool teachers, parents and children. We organised a sketching fiesta where K1 and K2 children of Mulberry Preschool Tanjong Pagar Plaza were given the opportunity to express their idea of a playground. Through deliberate considerations by each individual, we materialised the design layout of the Eco-Playground.

Stump obstacle course

Hug&Jump

Musical and sign language wall

Using PVC pipes, we created a simple xylophone that visitors could create sounds with by hitting the top holes. A visual sign language board was done to not only educate the kids but to also raise awareness of being inclusive. We want to encourage them to ask questions and allow them to recognise the unseen community; a step forward in creating a more empathetic and inclusive society of their time.

Sensory path

With different surfaces like synthetic grass, granite, stones and varying small wood pieces, the kids will be able to walk barefoot to experience the textures to encourage discovery.

Choo-choo train

Paying homage to Tanjong Pagar’s history of the KTM train, whilst encouraging imaginative play.

Hexagon seats

Seating

Dynamo bikes

As the space is not well lit at night, these two dynamo bikes could be used to illuminate the surroundings slightly. By pedalling, the lights are powered by converting kinetic to electrical energy. This could demonstrate to the children that small actions made could deliver a more significant impact for the community.

Hopscotch