The project brief
Requirements & Challenges
Ocean Planet explores an indoor family attraction within a Chinese shopping mall. Its concept combines imaginative theming with physical and digital play.
Dream Garden / Project
Kids Empire-Inspired Indoor Playground in China — Dream Garden’s Ocean Planet Project
This project demonstrates how indoor playgrounds can revitalize commercial spaces, attract young families, and drive sustainable business growth.
Project at a Glance
| Project Name | Ocean Planet |
| Location | China |
| Key Attractions | Large slides and climbing towersRotating play attractionsDigital interactive wallsOcean-and-space themed soft play |
| Project Type | Shopping Mall Indoor Playground |
| Design Theme | Ocean & Space Fusion |
A closer look
Project Gallery
From brief to plan
Design & Layout
Underwater characters and spacecraft forms create an ocean-and-space setting. Soft candy colors, ring lighting and transparent slide elements give the different activities a shared visual identity.
1. Introduction – From Kids Empire to Dream Garden’s Vision
Following the success of global indoor playground chains like Kids Empire, Dream Garden brings a fresh concept to the Chinese market — Ocean Planet, a futuristic soft-play experience combining education, safety, and creativity.
Located inside a modern shopping mall, the playground is designed to attract families and investors alike, turning idle retail spaces into vibrant family destinations.
2. Design Highlights – When Fantasy Meets Functionality
Theme: Ocean & Space Fusion — merging underwater creatures with spaceship aesthetics.
Signature Features: Giant slides, climbing towers, rotating rides, and digital interactive walls.
Colors & Lighting: Soft candy hues and ambient ring lights create a cheerful yet elegant atmosphere.
Structure: Durable soft-padded materials ensure safety, while the transparent slides add excitement and visibility.
Each play zone was carefully designed to balance aesthetic appeal, physical activity, and commercial value — a key reason shopping centers increasingly partner with Dream Garden.
3. Business Impact – Turning Play into Profit
For investors researching “kids game zone business ideas” or “how large is a small playground”, this project provides an ideal reference:
Area: 400–600 sqm typical layout.
Target Users: Children aged 1–12 with family participation.
ROI Period: Around 12–18 months for mall-based FECs (Family Entertainment Centers).
Attraction Factor: Eye-catching design encourages repeat visits and social media sharing.
Dream Garden provides full turnkey solutions — from concept design and equipment manufacturing to on-site installation and business consulting, making playground investment easier than ever.
4. Conclusion – The Future of Indoor Playgrounds in Shopping Malls
With increasing demand for “indoor playground equipment” and “kids indoor playground in China”, Dream Garden’s Ocean Planet Project sets a new benchmark for immersive play design.
This project demonstrates how indoor playgrounds can revitalize commercial spaces, attract young families, and drive sustainable business growth.
Dream Garden continues to lead the way as China’s most trusted playground manufacturer, exporting creativity, safety, and happiness worldwide.
The play experience
Play Zones & Attractions
The concept combines larger physical attractions with interactive features.
- Large slides and climbing towers
- Rotating play attractions
- Digital interactive walls
- Ocean-and-space themed soft play
Project records
Project Safety & Documentation
The design is a Dream Garden concept. The article's comparison with an international playground brand does not establish a franchise or brand affiliation.
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