GARDEN CITY
APRIL 20
CANBERRA AU.
GARDEN CITY
APRIL 20
CANBERRA AU.

DEXUS
OCEAN KEYS
March 2026
Clarkson WA AU
Inline playgrounds are one of the most challenging formats in commercial placemaking. They must deliver meaningful play value while respecting the operational realities of a live retail environment, circulation, visibility, noise, safety, and tenant adjacency. The Ocean Keys inline playground is a case study in how thoughtful design can elevate a transitional space into a purposeful, high‑performing asset.
Ocean Keys Shopping Centre sought to enhance its family offering without sacrificing valuable mall floor space. Blanc Space responded with a design that treats the corridor not as a constraint, but as an opportunity to create a linear, discovery‑based play experience that unfolds naturally along the shopper journey.

Blanc Space creates Sensory Social Spaces for Inclusion, Function, Safety and Sustainability.
Inspiration: Surrounding coastal landscape as well as native flora and fauna.
Target Age: 2 - 5 Years
Play: Active, Inclusive, Sensory, & Imagination
Materials: 100% Recycled & Recyclable Post Consumer Plastic, Acrylic, Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Rubber, Aluminum, Foam, Timber & Upholstery


A Space That Works Harder Than Its Footprint
Turning Movement Into Engagement
Rather than clustering equipment in a traditional footprint, the design stretches play moments along the mall’s natural flow. This creates:
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Micro‑zones that support different types of play
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Natural pacing that encourages children to explore progressively
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Reduced congestion, as children disperse along the line rather than clustering in one spot
This approach transforms a simple walkway into a dynamic, family‑friendly experience.
Play Value Without Visual Clutter
Inline playgrounds must remain visually permeable. The Ocean Keys design uses:
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Low‑rise structures to maintain sightlines
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Soft curves and sculptural forms that feel integrated, not intrusive
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A cohesive palette that complements the centre’s interior design
The result is a play space that feels intentional and premium, not chaotic or visually noisy.
Designed for Caregiver Comfort
Caregivers are the decision‑makers in dwell time. The playground supports them through:
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Clear visibility from all angles
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Seating opportunities nearby, encouraging longer stays
This creates a sense of ease that directly contributes to repeat visitation.
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Products Featured
Slide
Climbing Reeds
Ottomans


Maze Panel



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Magic Talk Tubes
Sensory Walls
High Bench
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Cog Box
Rope Tunnel
Illusion Panel

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Rock Grip Climber