Table 3. The principles of design of guidelines

Guidelines Principles of design
USA accessible play areas Setting requirements for access to play areas and facilities
Ireland play for all Equal access opportunities, meeting diverse needs in a variety of ways
Scotland free to play Freedom, variety, social experience, independence and access, sensory qualities, equipment and interaction
England inclusive landscape design

6 principles of inclusive design as defined by the disability rights commission ease of use, freedom of choice and access to mainstream activities, diversity and difference, legibility and predictability, quality, safety

Principles of play strategy established by London Borough of Islington Providing inclusive and accessible play areas, reducing play barriers, participation of children and youth in planning and managing play projects

USA Me2 Be fair, Be included. Be smart, Be independent, Be safe, Be active, Be comfortable
Australia inclusive design manual

Design process: Indicate the attitude of ‘designer’ as ‘principle of listening’

Play space design: Cross space for interaction, diversity of play type, difficulty of several stages