Risk-Averse Design: What would Aldo van Eyck think of playgrounds today?

Going to the park and playing in the playground is a memorable childhood past time. However, with the increase of risk-averse design, have these beloved spaces for children to frolic, climb, and fall become too dull for children? Oliver Wainwright of the Guardian addresses an excellent perspective towards these "risk-averse" play areas, outlining how "architects are taking issue with risk-averse playgrounds full of sluggish roundabouts and tiny climbing frames." 

Regarding this specific subject it's difficult not to think of Aldo van Eyck and his iconic playground designs found throughout Amsterdam. The famed Danish architect played a pivotal role in transforming Amsterdam's playground landscape for children after World War II. 

Thanks to Mariabruna Fabrizi of SOCKS, her informative piece on van Eyck analyzes details highlighting his 30 year research and its relevance to urban design for children. Fab...