Nebula Co-creating temporary structures with children in ‘natural in-between spaces’
— Exploring play, ambiguity and belonging
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Set in a natural area in Gothenburg known as ‘Älgparken’ by local children, this project reimagines ’natural in-between spaces’, the areas between urban environments and natural landscapes, as vital grounds for children’s spatial experimentation, autonomy, and community belonging. Through site visits and participatory workshops with a regular group of local preschool children, ages 3-6, and additional activities involving children from the neighborhood, ages 2–9, we explored: How can natural in-between spaces be used to support spatial experimentation and play in young children? And how can the co-creation of a temporary structure in public space strengthen young children’s connection to their neighborhood? The final outcome is a spatial exploration toolkit that includes an adapted scaffolding net and illustrated map of Älgparken and the neighborhood that allows the co-creation of temporary open-ended structures. Traces left on the site invite other children to keep discovering the place. This project contributes to the architectural discourse by showing how child-driven, nature-focused design can inspire innovative ways of shaping our living environments.
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