KOMPAN CommonGround™: When play, fitness and community come together
A complete solution for all age groups
Creating a successful multigenerational space requires more than equipment and site amenities. It requires a partner that can design the entire experience as one cohesive destination.
KOMPAN brings together industry-leading play, outdoor fitness and sport equipment, site amenities, design expertise, and installation services under one roof - giving you a single point of contact from concept to completion.
Our specialists help you:
Understand your users and community needs
Design activity zones that work together
Balance play, fitness, and social interaction
Create attractive and compliant layouts
Deliver a complete project through one trusted partner
From the first concept sketch to final installation, KOMPAN helps create spaces where communities connect, move and grow.
Build stronger community spaces with KOMPAN CommonGround™
The best outdoor spaces aren't designed for one age group - they are designed for everyone.
Children can play freely
Teens are included and can stay active.
Adults can exercise, socialise or relax
The sense of community grows and everyone feels included
Families can spend quality time together doing activities that suit them. Children can play independently while parents are close by, creating a safe and connected experience for all.
Everyone has something to do. Everyone has a reason to stay.
We call this approach KOMPAN CommonGround™.
Designed to connect communities
Play, fitness and social zones are combined into one connected spaced. There are different zones for each activity but everyone feels connected and included.
Each zone is connected
Pathways, landscaping, seating areas and surfacing can all be used to create natural transitions between activities - this helps create a shared space that inclusive for all.
A shared social space
It is important to create spaces with seating, tables and shading to encourage people to stay longer, make new social connections and become part of the community.
Safe and easy to use
Each area is designed to meet all local relevant standards - different ages are catered for within each zone.
Why multigenerational spaces work
More activity throughout the day When different age groups are catered for spaces stay active longer and become part of everyday community life.
Better community connections Shared spaces encourage interaction between generations, neighbours, friends, and families.
A better experience for families Children can play independently while parents stay nearby - exercising, socialising, or relaxing. Everyone remains connected while doing what they enjoy.
Healthier lifestyles Making activity visible and accessible helps more people move more often which benefits their overall health.
Backed by research and real-world use
When people of different ages can be active side by side, outdoor spaces become destinations people return to again and again.
Well-designed multigenerational spaces are proven to -
Increase participation across age groups
Encourage longer visits and repeat use
Strengthen social interaction
Support community life
Check out some existing sites that combine play and fitness to create spaces that welcome children and adults alike.
Create spaces that bring people of all ages together
Whether you're designing a neighbourhood park, schoolyard, urban space, or community destination, we can help create environments where children play, adults stay active, and communities connect.
Frequently Asked Questions
A multigenerational outdoor space is designed for people of all ages to use simultaneously, combining activities such as play and fitness within a single connected environment.
Play and fitness areas are designed as separate zones within one shared space, using layout, distance, and landscaping to meet safety requirements while maintaining visibility and connection.
Combining play and fitness zones increases usage, encourages social interaction, supports healthier lifestyles, and creates more dynamic and attractive environments.
Multigenerational spaces allow families to spend time together while choosing their preferred activity. Children can play while parents exercise, socialise, or relax nearby, creating a better experience for the whole family.