Case Studies || Kempinski Seychelles Resort

Set within the lush surroundings of the Kempinski Seychelles Resort, Les Petits Lazariens showcases Timberplay’s ability to blend natural play with sensitive landscape design.

Created to elevate the resort’s family offering while honouring its environmental values, the space combines large‑scale timber structures, sand play and flowing terrain to inspire exploration, confidence and imaginative play. Every element has been crafted to sit within the untouched tropical setting, resulting in a sustainable, high‑end play experience that provides a true sanctuary for young adventurers.

Overview

Project Name: Les Petits Lazariens – Kids’ Adventure Garden
Location: Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare, Seychelles
Focus: Large structures, natural play, climbing & sand play

The Brief, From Vision to Reality

As a prestige resort, Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare wanted to elevate its family offering with a play space that matched the luxury and environmental values of the brand.

Key Objectives

Create a distinctive, high-end play destination for families
Use natural, sustainable materials with minimal environmental impact
Deliver challenge and engagement for a wide age range
Design a space capable of supporting large numbers of children
Integrate the playground without disturbing the surrounding landscape

Our Solution

Timberplay designed and delivered a nature-first Adventure Garden that blends challenging, open-ended play with sustainable materials, seamlessly integrated into Kempinski’s tropical landscape.

“The team didn’t just install equipment; they created a sanctuary for young adventurers in perfect harmony with nature.”
— Oliver Kuhn, General Manager, Kempinski Seychelles Resort

Design and Play Value Expertise

Concept

A flowing, natural play landscape built around robust timber structures, sand and movement — encouraging exploration, challenge and social interaction within an untouched tropical setting.

Showcase

Installed without cutting or relocating a single tree
Designed for a humid, tropical climate
Materials chosen for durability without chemical treatment
Large-scale structure integrated into uneven, organic terrain

Play Equipment

Richter Spielgeräte Climbing Forest (bespoke scale)
Look-out tower with slide descent

Play Value -The Value of Risk and Sensory Play

In this project, we intentionally focused on perceived risk through height, movement and climbing complexity. This allows children to test their physical limits, develop confidence and build resilience, all within a safe, well-considered environment.

The generous sand areas support social and sensory play. Children naturally collaborate, dig, build and problem-solve together key foundations for communication and creativity.

Materials

Mountain Larch and Oak were chosen for their natural durability in humid conditions, offering warmth, texture and a strong connection to nature. Combined with stainless steel and sand surfacing, the space delivers both longevity and rich sensory experience.

Project Outcomes and Impact

Results

Guest Experience: Enhanced family appeal.
Accessibility & Inclusivity: Open to both resort guests and local families via day passes
Sustainability: Plastic-free, toxin-free materials; long-life timbers with minimal maintenance
Marketability: Strengthens Kempinski’s positioning as a leader in sustainable luxury hospitality

Client Reflection

“Our vision for this playground was to create a sanctuary for children that fosters imagination and movement while remaining in perfect harmony with nature. Every feature was positioned with care, ensuring that young adventurers can explore in a space that fully respects the integrity of our stunning landscape.”

— Oliver Kuhn, General Manager, Kempinski Seychelles Resort

“Our vision for this playground was to create a sanctuary for children that fosters imagination and movement while remaining in perfect harmony with nature. Every feature was positioned with care, ensuring that young adventurers can explore in a space that fully respects the integrity of our stunning landscape.”

— Oliver Kuhn, General Manager, Kempinski Seychelles Resort