ASA worked with Play Consultants Phil Doyle and Marc Armitage on the design and implementation of this small play space in east London, with an approximate project value of £50,000. Located in a relatively deprived area of social housing the scheme was notable for having tackled two key design challenges in Play design – fencing, and sand.
Aileen worked with the Play Consultants to overcome what were significant community fears regarding the feasibility of installing an un-fenced play space in an area where ‘fighting’ dogs are regularly exercised. A small open sand pit was also installed as part of the scheme and this has been in use constantly now since summer 2007, with no reported incidences of hazardous debris?.
