In Jinan, China, XISUI Design’s Boulder Park transforms 13,000 square meters into a surreal playscape of 3D-printed concrete boulders.

Close-up view of a textured, curved concrete structure with layered patterns.

The park feels both ancient and futuristic, with smooth stone-like forms shaped not by erosion, but by robotic precision.

An aerial view of a modern park featuring landscaped grass areas, winding pathways, a play area with colorful surfacing, and various play structures surrounded by trees and boulders.

Children climb, slide, and weave through cavernous tunnels, while quiet nooks and carved seating invite slower moments.

Streams, shading alcoves, and tactile surfaces make the terrain immersive for all ages.

A modern playground featuring sculptural concrete structures, surrounded by green landscaping and trees, with vibrant orange paths and a small rocky area.

The concrete is stronger than standard mixes, proving that additive fabrication can be playful, safe, and structurally sound.

A young girl playing on a textured playground structure while her parents watch and clap in encouragement, surrounded by greenery and bright orange surfacing.

XISUI sees the project as a glimpse into how 3D printing can shape future landscapes, blending ecology, durability, and imagination. Some of their other playground designs use wood, metal, and recycled materials in fascinating ways, showcasing the breadth of their creativity.

A man lifting a child playfully in a modern architectural structure with textured curves, surrounded by greenery.
Aerial view of a modern playground featuring colorful flooring, unique climbing structures resembling natural forms, and several trees and rocks integrated into the design.

Boulder Park is more than a playground. It is an exploration of how technology can create spaces that feel strangely natural, yet entirely new.

A detailed layout plan of a children's playground featuring various play structures like slides, swings, climbing frames, and water features, labeled in both English and Chinese.

We feel like 3D printed playground design makes a lot of sense, and imagine it will become more common, as older playgrounds are remade around the world.

A modern playground featuring a large sculptural climbing structure with holes, surrounded by natural landscaping, rocks, and a swing set in a residential area.
A modern playground featuring unique concrete structures, surrounded by trees and greenery, with an orange rubber surface.
A modern park scene featuring unique, sculptural playground structures and greenery, set against a backdrop of residential buildings.
Aerial view of a modern playground with winding structures and orange pathways, featuring a child playing in a playful environment surrounded by greenery and rocks.
A young child sitting in a unique, large, grey slide-like structure in an outdoor setting, surrounded by trees.
A child climbing on a textured, curved concrete structure that resembles a modern playground feature.
A child walking on a log in a playground surrounded by colorful sand mounds and stones, with trees in the background.
A vibrant playground scene with children playing on various structures, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings in the background.
Children playing near a unique, wavy sculpture in a vibrant outdoor park setting with modern buildings in the background.

Photography by Hu Yihao and Zhou Sheng.



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