Christelle and Sven from design agency unik-id were asked to design two new playgrounds tailored to the diverse target groups of the primary and secondary school of the Royal Institute in Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe. The institute originally focused on education for children with hearing or visual impairments, but gradually children with autism also began to enrol. The former playground and forecourt were places with little identity, greenery or organisation. An adapted design that listened to the needs of each living environment was therefore required.

The designers immersed themselves in the living environment of the pupils in order to better understand their needs. They stayed with the living groups for a week, attended lessons and talked to the school staff and pupils.