Sports and children’s playground in Mandaljena

LocationMandaljena, Župa dubrovačka

InvestorMunicipality of Župa dubrovačka

Year2023.

Area442 m²

StatusCompleted

The new multifunctional sports and children's playground with an area of 442 m2 is located along the road Čelopeci-Mandaljena in Župa Dubrovačka. The goal was to achieve the maximum possible utilization of the space, given that the shape of the plot was longitudinal, elongated in the northeast-southwest direction, all with the aim of giving the playground as much choice as possible for outdoor activities and accompanying contents. Also, the intention was to create a well-designed space that will become a place for gathering, sports and socializing of local citizens and children.

The conceptual solution of the designed area contains one half of the basketball court, a running track along one side of the court, a children’s playground with various equipment for children, a free area for playing and stands for spectators. A horticultural meandering strip with barren mulberry trees runs through the middle of the entire playground, which provides the necessary shade in the summer months, and its north-western part ends with a balancing beam made of acacia wood (robinia pseudoacacia). The surface of the plateau of the basketball court and the free space for playing are made of colored asphalt, while the children’s playground is made of an anti-traumatic molded rubber surface that ensures safety during use. The grandstands for spectators are located in the northeastern part of the playground and, with their position and design, represent the entrance to the playground and the stage for various local events.

The main entrance to the playground is from the north-east side via the main entrance to the stands and access ramps, while another entrance is provided from the north-west side via the stairs that directly enter the basketball court. The access ramp on the northeast side is also used as access for people with reduced mobility.