Making Space for Play in European Cities Dr. John McKendrick © Expert Address to Working Group 2 (Housing and Outdoor Activities) of the European City Network Cities for Children Founding Forum Stuttgart City Hall June 25 th 2007 Outline of Presentation Introduction A cautionary tale: The Emperor’s New Clothes: a reminder for adults! More than just a playground: the importance of play in children’s lives Play on the Cities for Children agenda: blueprint or red herring? Strengths Potential strengths Weaknesses Five goals for European cities What we should strive for 1: embrace diversity What we should strive for 2: space standards What we should strive for 3: design What we should strive for 4: playFULL space What we should strive for 5: playful cities Conclusion Contact j.mckendrick@gcal.ac.uk Reference John H. McKendrick (2007) Making Space for Play in European Cities. Expert Address to Working Group 2 (Housing and Outdoor Activities) of the European City Network. Cities for Children Founding Forum. Stuttgart City Hall. June 25 th .