Most playgrounds look the same – a few swings, a slide, a merry-go-round. But why settle for ordinary? For the baby-friendly Hotel Sitno, we created a playground that’s different. Inspired by the region’s mining history and selected architectural features from the hotel’s interior, we designed something truly original.
Hotel Sitno already offered a kids’ zone, water park and entertainment programmes. What was missing? An outdoor space where children of all ages - and ideally their parents too - could play together.
We presented the client with a concept for an original multigenerational playground. It consists of several zones, each designed for a different age group - from marble play for the youngest children, through educational and active play elements for older kids, to a net playground for teenagers and adults. The playground encourages discovery, adventurous exploration, free movement and focused play. Several design features also reference the region’s mining history.
When designing the playground, the architect drew inspiration from elements found in the hotel interiors and the outdoor pavilion. Black frames, timber slats, colourful boards and coloured plexiglass panels naturally connect the playground with the overall design of the hotel complex.
On the play platform, younger children can experience a playful version of mining while playing with gravel. From the platform, they can continue into a low tower. Its walls are painted black to recreate the atmosphere of an underground mine. Using UV lights, children can discover hidden mining-themed details painted in fluorescent colours.
The low tower is connected by a bridge to a larger tower designed for older children. Inside, a climbing structure features several winding routes, platforms and ramps, creating the feeling of exploring underground mine tunnels. The lower sections also include various marble play elements for younger children. From the tower, children can take a tube slide or continue towards the final net attraction.
The playground’s load-bearing structure is made from robinia or glued larch beams, with cladding made from robinia timber. The project was completed in two stages in 2024 and 2025, with the playground designed to be open to the public after the first stage.
The first stage included the play platform with gravel play activities. Children can use pulleys, buckets, conveyors and even a small mining cart. The area for younger children also includes a traditional slide and swing. One year later, the rest of the playground was completed - the mining tower, climbing structure, tube slide and net attraction.
To mark the opening, Hotel Sitno organised a competition to choose a name for the playground. The winning name was Minime Adventure Park. The hotel regularly uses the playground as a venue for children’s events.
Shortly after completion, the owners also decided to add lighting to the playground. This extended its use into the evening hours and, above all, gave the entire area a magical atmosphere.
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