Sticks and Stones

Nestled in a woodland in the seaside town of Barnstable, Sticks and Stones is a site-specific nature play experience that invites visitors into the woods to discover its secret spaces and precious materials. Tall oak, maple, and pine trees provide a canopy over a soft forest floor, while large laurels meander the path and define the playrooms. With a nod to the sea in its character and materials, the garden offers a series of archetypal landscape elements that set the stage for open-ended play.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Location: Osterville, MA 

Project Type: Public Playground

Client: The Trustees of Reservations

Project Design: lu — la

Site Photos:  Jane Messinger