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Abstract:
I have experimented with designing and producing bamboo playground equipment for children
in three remote communities. The installation of these playground items made lasting
impressions on me; foremost among them the delight of adult community members who
participated in making gifts for the children and the pleasure and joy of the children evident on
their smiling faces and happy laughter as they used the bamboo swings, the see-saw, etc. Even
though no attractive bright colors had been used, all the pieces were of contemporary functional
design. Each set is built by the traditional tenon and tied rope method in which no nails are used.
The creative idea which underlies the construction of these playground sets combines the use of
bamboo, which is an environment-friendly material and locally available in all regions of the
country, with the traditional skill of local builders. This project is a realization and a testimony to
the practicality of His Majesty the Kings self-sufficiency principle, an excellent guidance for
the people . All sectors of Thai society should try to do their best to achieve sustainable
development that will strengthen our ideal of self-sufficient communities.
Keywords:
playground equipment, bamboo, innovation, health, early childhood
1. The story of the bamboo playground
set design
Picture 16.
Line drawing of the Kaad Kor Gai knot
Picture 17.
Photograph of the Kaad Kor Gai knot
2.1 Swing Rocking Horse Set Picture 31. Frame for swing set
Picture 30. Cross-section drawing of swing set Picture 34. Children playing on the finished swing
set
2.2 See - Saw set