‘The Globe’ playground is situated outside the cultural center and the main library by the harbour of Aarhus. The project was created in collaboration with Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects as part of an urbanisation of the waterfront. On the 14.400 sqm large deck, Monstrum designed a narrative playground as a counterpart to the many stories inside the library: the ambition was to create a design to match the architectural expression of the building. ‘DOKK1‘ is home to the Aarhus main library, a symbol of the culture, history, and knowledge of our globe: Monstrum created five playgrounds, each representing a specific compass direction with details telling small stories about the wildlife, animals, landscape, geology, and culture from each of the specific areas. Each play area provides different opportunities and spaces to play, aiming to inspire and evoke childrens’ and adults’ curiosity and bringing the stories from the library to life.

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The ropes under the wings can be climbed and balanced on, so the kids can imagine themselves flying alongside the eagle
The shape of the volcano is interpreted in an abstract and geometrical form. The bright and intense orange color expresses heat and activity and is a key element in communicating the story of the volcano
The Russian bear is 7,5 meter tall holding a hollow trunk for the kids to slide down through. On the inside of the bear there are small Russian paintings
Say ‘hello!’ to the King of the jungle! Teens find the playground area to be a cosy hangout space at night
The dragon has a slide and steps on its back which is designed to fit the smaller children
To the North you will find ice flows on springs to balance and jump on