Our Philosophy
Our mission is to connect 1M children to nature every day!
Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds is a leader in the development of natural playgrounds, and eco-friendly outdoor learning environments. We’re committed and passionate about sharing our expertise and insight into playground design and landscaping. We are advocates of this movement, sharing our knowledge worldwide. We believe in improving the experiences of kids in their playgrounds. Our playground company includes award-winning designers, architects, planners and educators who are united by their belief in the need to craft outdoor spaces that support children’s development through immersive experiences with nature.
The Living Streets initiative is designed to demonstrate the ease with which we might unlock community–building capacity in our urban spaces. Check out the Natural Parkscape project is an urban nature oasis that was installed along 200 metres of Parliament Street in Toronto’s Cabbagetown neighbourhood.
Green schoolyards, are outdoor educational spaces that are designed to offer learning opportunities while connecting children with nature. These schoolyards go beyond traditional playgrounds by incorporating elements such as gardens and locally sourced trees.
AWARD WINNING
Disruptive Design
Bienenstock is pushing boundaries—literally and figuratively. By empowering your stakeholders and listening to your vision, we design playgrounds and create your ideal natural playground.
HANDS-ON
Transformative Training
Our dynamic educators are world-renowned nature play experts. They will guide your teachers, families and communities toward a new level of engagement.
WORLD-RENOWNED
Relentless Advocacy
We never turn down a chance to challenge traditional thinking. We shake up old definitions of play and learning, while encouraging policy makers and audiences to embrace the awesome power of natural playground training.
Nature Playspaces
There are many way a natural playground, nature playspace or a green space can be add to your location, please take a look at some of the ideas and benefits for these areas.
Interactive Outdoor Exhibits for Museums & Science Centers
Museum Benefits to Consider:
- Spark Interest & Attendance:
Expand your programming with nature-based play to ignite curiosity, creativity, and growth. - Boost Play Time:
Kids naturally spend 3x more time engaged on natural playgrounds. - Foster Family Fun:
Enhance sensory engagement and create lasting memories for the whole family.
Restorative Nature Environments for Healthcare & Hospitals
Healthcare Benefits to Consider:
- Mental Well-Being:
Meditative and calming benefits for staff, patients, and visitors. - Nature Support:
Natural environments that nurture cognitive, physical, emotional, and behavioral development for all ages. - Calming Spaces:
Extend your outdoor spaces to reduce anxiety and stress while enhancing programming.
On Campus Nature Childcare for College & Universities
College & Universities Benefits to Consider:
- Improved Skills & Decisions
Improve their fine and gross motor skills & empower them to make relatively low risk decisions. - Sensory Engagement & Contection to Nature
Sensory Engagement & And Life Long Connection to Nature for Optimized Child Development. - Research:
Sensory rich experiences outdoors have been proven to amplify a child’s school readiness.
Natural Playgrounds for Montessori & Private Schools
Private Schools Benefits to Consider:
- A Place for Mastery:
Our spaces encourage children to learn and grow at their own pace and ability. - Enhanced Mental Health:
Natural outdoor spaces reduce stress, anxiety, and bullying, creating a supportive environment. - Lower Absenteeism:
Reduced absenteeism rates among students and teachers, promoting a more consistent and engaged learning community.
Featured Projects
Below are some of our most recent Bienenstock projects that are transforming the way children play.
