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THUNDERCLOUDS

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THUNDERCLOUDS

Where Play, community and Nature Collide!

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THUNDERCLOUDS

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08

Aug

2022

Shenyang

Thunderclouds
Discover Thunderclouds Playground: Where Play, Nature, and Community Collide!
 
Welcome to Thunderclouds Playground, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of a residential district in Shenyang. Here, the magic of play merges seamlessly with the beauty of nature, creating an oasis of imagination and fun. Our playground pays homage to the dynamic weather of Shenyang, a city where warm, humid summers give life to billowing clouds that seem to touch the sky.
 

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Step into a world where the elements come alive and play knows no bounds. Thunderclouds Playground is situated amidst a vibrant residential district, surrounded by tall buildings and the hustle and bustle of city life. This unique setting makes it a true community space, where families, friends, and neighbors gather to create lasting memories.
 
 

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Imagine a place where kids of all ages can explore, learn, and make friends. Our playground features four unique cloud structures, each carefully designed for different age groups, creating an inclusive environment for all:
 
Cloud Play (0-3 Years): Inspired by the “Condensation” natural phenomenon, this cloud offers a safe and gentle haven for the youngest adventurers.
 
River Play (3-6 Years): Drawing inspiration from the “Collection” natural phenomenon, this cloud is a place of discovery and exploration for curious minds.
 
Sun Play (6-10 Years): Embracing the spirit of “Evaporation,” this cloud sparks creativity and active play for growing imaginations.
 
Rain Play (10-14 Years): Inspired by “Precipitation,” this cloud offers challenges and excitement for older children seeking adventure.
 
 

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Each cloud playground is a world unto itself, complete with games and activities inspired by their respective natural phenomena. As you move through the clouds, you’ll experience the wonder of condensation, the flow of rivers, the warmth of the sun, and the thrill of rain.
 
 

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But Thunderclouds Playground is more than just a play area. It’s a space where families and friends can come together to relax, unwind, and strengthen their connections. Amidst the clouds, you’ll find shaded spots and comfy seating for both adults and young ones to enjoy.
 
 

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We’ve captured the essence of nature’s beauty and blended it with play. As you wander through the playground, you’ll feel the breeze gently rustling through, carrying with it the magic of clouds and the excitement of wind-inspired elements. It’s a place where kids can let their imagination run wild and explore the world around them.
 
 

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The pavements beneath your feet become a canvas of color and graphics, enveloping the entire playscape in a cohesive theme. It’s a visual feast that paints the spirit of Thunderclouds Playground on every surface.
 
 

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Join us in celebrating the magic of weather, the joy of play, and the spirit of community. Thunderclouds Playground is more than a space; it’s an experience that uplifts, inspires, and connects. Come, let your imagination take flight amidst the clouds.
 
 

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Credits
 
PROJECT NAME: Thundercoulds
DESIGN: 100 Architects (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
DESIGN TEAM: Marcial Jesús, Javier González, Mónica Páez, Lara Broglio, Ponyo Zhao, Keith Gong, Cosima Jiang, Michelle Aldora & Yuntong Liu.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM: Matías Hernández, Jenny Fan & Eva Jiang.
CLIENT: Jinke
SIZE: 1,300 m2
STATUS: Built
LOCATION: Shenyang (China)
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Welcome to Thunderclouds Playground, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of a residential district in Shenyang.

Here, the magic of play merges seamlessly with the beauty of nature, creating an oasis of imagination and fun.

Our playground pays homage to the dynamic weather of Shenyang, a city where warm, humid summers give life to billowing clouds that seem to touch the sky.

Step into a world where the elements come alive and play knows no bounds. Thunderclouds Playground is situated amidst a vibrant residential district, surrounded by tall buildings and the hustle and bustle of city life.

This unique setting makes it a true community space, where families, friends, and neighbors gather to create lasting memories.

Imagine a place where kids of all ages can explore, learn, and make friends. Our playground features four unique cloud structures, each carefully designed for different age groups, creating an inclusive environment for all:

Cloud Playground (0-3 Years): Inspired by the "Condensation" natural phenomenon, this cloud offers a safe and gentle haven for the youngest adventurers.

River Playground (3-6 Years): Drawing inspiration from the "Collection" natural phenomenon, this cloud is a place of discovery and exploration for curious minds.

Sun Playground (6-10 Years): Embracing the spirit of "Evaporation," this cloud sparks creativity and active play for growing imaginations.

Rain Playground (10-14 Years): Inspired by "Precipitation," this cloud offers challenges and excitement for older children seeking adventure.

Each cloud playground is a world unto itself, complete with games and activities inspired by their respective natural phenomena.

As you move through the clouds, you'll experience the wonder of condensation, the flow of rivers, the warmth of the sun, and the thrill of rain.

But Thunderclouds Playground is more than just a play area. It's a space where families and friends can come together to relax, unwind, and strengthen their connections.

Amidst the clouds, you'll find shaded spots and comfy seating for both adults and young ones to enjoy.

We've captured the essence of nature's beauty and blended it with play. As you wander through the playground, you'll feel the breeze gently rustling through, carrying with it the magic of clouds and the excitement of wind-inspired elements.

It's a place where kids can let their imagination run wild and explore the world around them.

The pavements beneath your feet become a canvas of color and graphics, enveloping the entire playscape in a cohesive theme.

Join us in celebrating the magic of weather, the joy of play, and the spirit of community. Thunderclouds Playground is more than a space; it's an experience that uplifts, inspires, and connects. Come, let your imagination take flight amidst the clouds.

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Neighborhood Intervention

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What is a neighborhood intervention?
This is the medium scale type of interventions that take place in the public realm of a city, related to the altering of a portion of a neighborhood. A type of intervention of such magnitude and notoriety that impacts not only the immediate surrounding urban environment, but rather the urban dynamics of a whole neighborhood, becoming an urban landmark and a local attractor of social interactions in a given neighborhood.
 
Most of the times, this typology combines several intervention tactics such as Painted Scapes and Grounded Objects, intervening existing urban settings, almost from the lens of Landscape Design, by creating spaces of opportunity for collective leisure, entertainment, play & joy, etc., catalyzing major social interactions across the neighborhood.
 
The main objective of this typology is to trigger a massive public interest to the place through a strong visual impact, usually of a permanent nature, encouraging the rise of high public affluence and establishing an urban landmark that can cultivate important human dynamics and boost commercial activity.

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