Immersive branded playground at the Port of Helsinki Olympia Terminal

As you step into the departure lounge of the Port of Helsinki Olympia Terminal, you will undoubtedly notice a colourful and inspiring sight: a themed indoor playground designed to entertain the family's youngest members and provide unforgettable moments during the waiting time.

Port of Helsinki, Olympia Terminal
2024
Lappset Finland
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The playground delights both the children and the commissioning party

This playground was created closely with the Port of Helsinki's service development team, aiming to enhance passenger comfort, particularly during waiting times. Lappset's experts merged the client's wishes with their innovative solutions, resulting in a functional space that brings joy to both the children and the commissioning party.

"The customer experience has improved for both families with children and those travelling without. The terminal no longer feels as crowded during major departures, as each customer group now has their own comfortable space," says Mira Lehto, Service Development Manager at Port of Helsinki Ltd.

3D model of a children's playground themed around nautical elements. Features include a lighthouse tower with a slide, various activity walls, climbing areas, and illustrations of seagulls and clouds. Various sections are labeled in Finnish.

The design plan for the branded playground

The playground offers a variety of play activities within approximately 23 square meters of space. Little adventurers can pretend to prepare dinner in the kitchen area, go shopping, and visit the lighthouse before returning to their play. Immersing themselves in ship-themed play is easy with the diverse play equipment available, and the game and activity walls provide additional challenges and entertainment for the children.

"The playground has received positive feedback from our customers, and families with children especially enjoy spending time there before their journey. The customer experience has improved for both families with children and those travelling without. The congestion during major departures no longer feels as overwhelming, as each customer group now has their own comfortable space.

The new atmosphere is more pleasant and peaceful, with plenty of seating available. Families with children also have plenty of activities to keep them entertained, making travelling more enjoyable for both families and those travelling without children. The Family Lounge area has truly enhanced the travel experience for all our customers."

Mira Lehto, Service Development Manager, Port of Helsinki Ltd.

A group of women are sitting and conversing at a table in a spacious, modern indoor setting. In the foreground, there is a colorful children's play area featuring interactive panels and a cartoon seal. The background shows an open space with various seating areas and a cafe.
A young boy plays in an indoor playground that features a ship-themed structure and bright, colorful decorations. He's climbing on a piece of the equipment, which includes a large panel adorned with a blue and white ship motif.
A man and a woman stand with drinks in a brightly colored indoor playground area, which features slides and playful decorations like flowers and grass. In the background, a child stands on top of the playground equipment. Large windows reveal a view of boats outside.
A children's play area with themes of the Port of Helsinki, featuring a lighthouse structure, playground equipment, and decorations of sea life. Two children are playing; one is peeking around a pole while the other is near the lighthouse slide.
A spacious indoor play area featuring various colorful children's play equipment, including a climbing structure and activity panels. Adults and children are interacting in the space, with large windows providing a bright, natural light-filled atmosphere.

The indoor playground offers exciting activities for children while they wait to board their ship.

Photos: Helsingin Satama Oy

Play functions used in themed playground equipment are the same as in standard products.

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