RE:PLAY: A Nostalgic Art Exhibition Celebrating Recycling, Art and Technology. Our hosted shelter pavilion space was transformed into a vibrant scene via the infusion of painted recycled playground equipment, with interactive installations scattered throughout such as spring riders, a slide decking platform, canvases and even a robotic arm! The colour scheme used on these playground objects is based on the Paddlepop rainbow ice-cream which filled the long summer days of artists’ childhoods. The co-creation artists have hand-painted small images on the slide which, upon scanning using a phone camera, come to life in Augmented Reality (AR) animations. Beyond this, we have also made an effort to push the boundaries of creative expression and this was done by marrying traditional artform to technology, a robotic arm named Tessa created art seamlessly by synchronising its brush strokes to the rhythm of live beatboxing performed by the renowned beatbox battle champion, Dharni. Overall, we are appreciative to have the fullest support from our Co-creation artists, with key sponsors from Arc community, Mandala Club as well as National Youth Council (NYC) for providing The Red Box’s pavilion sheltered space located at Sommerset.
LIAS Awards Gala Dinner 2022 was a showcase hosted by Landscape Industry Association of Singapore in an attempt to celebrate the award winning achievements of all the respective leaders in our industry. With our representative involvement in the LIAS’s 11th council (2021-2023), we are fortunate to be able to support and immerse ourselves in this annual industry’s led event. Through this event, we have receive inspirations from the award winners ranging from landscaping designs for residential category all the way till playground design projects. Moving forward, we hope that through our focus on customised design playground projects, we will one day be recognised for our effort in innovation while focusing on safety compliance matters consistently, to provide assurance for both the public and private playscape.
Strengthening Ties: Finland Principal Lappset’s Collaboration Visit and Market Awareness Seminar
On March 10, 2023, we had the pleasure of hosting representatives from Lappset, Finland’s leading playground equipment manufacturer, as part of a collaboration visit that marked a significant step in our partnership. With the re-opening of borders, this visit provided a valuable opportunity to connect with both existing and potential architect clients through a series of focused seminar sessions.
Simone Ryser, Lappset’s Sales Manager for the European region and Australia, played a pivotal role in enhancing our market and brand awareness initiatives. Drawing on her extensive experience in the playscape industry, she effectively communicated Lappset’s redefined vision: “Movement for Every Heartbeat.” This campaign underscores the importance of physical activity for all, promoting inclusivity and well-being through thoughtfully designed play spaces.
During the seminar, we proudly introduced Lappset’s newly launched outdoor fitness product, the “Sisu Series.” This innovative equipment features a first-of-its-kind air-pressurized weight control knob technology, enabling users to target their training for arms, core, and legs with precise incremental weights of just 0.1 kg. This level of customization allows for tailored fitness experiences that can accommodate a wide range of users, from children to adults.
In addition to fitness solutions, Lappset’s vision includes enhanced metal play design customization. This approach not only allows for greater creativity in playground design but also ensures that our offerings meet the specific needs of architects and designers in the Singapore market. As we continue to strengthen our collaboration with Lappset, we anticipate a growing portfolio of customizable solutions that will better serve the evolving demands of our clients.
The seminar also emphasized the importance of collaboration in the design process. By engaging architects directly, we encourage a dialogue that fosters innovation and creativity. This collaborative spirit ensures that the resulting playscapes are not only functional but also inspiring spaces that reflect the unique character of their environments.
As we embrace this partnership, we are excited about the potential to influence outdoor play and fitness culture in Singapore. By leveraging Lappset’s cutting-edge technology and our local market insights, we are poised to redefine the standard for playgrounds and outdoor fitness equipment. Together, we are committed to fostering innovative play environments that inspire movement, creativity, and community engagement.
We look forward to the exciting developments that this collaboration will bring to the landscape of outdoor play and fitness in Singapore, helping to create spaces where every heartbeat can enjoy the benefits of active play.