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Abstract
Children’s playgrounds have been around for quite some time, but rarely does a person find components in them which provide for a wide range of age groups and physical abilities. In addition to the typical playground features, enjoying activities such as a walking track, wheelchair accessible play equipment, adult sized fitness equipment and restrooms with changing tables could all make an outdoor play and exercise experience more encompassing for people ages 5 and up. This fusion could be the beginning of inclusive playgrounds which are designed for more than just the typical childhood ages and physical abilities. Considering the mental and physical benefits of outdoor play and exercise, the purpose of this thesis is to showcase the key components which should be included in a playground designed for a broad spectrum of people. To gather information, data from a survey, interview, case studies and literature reviews have been used.