ReRoute Play Wall
Limeng Liu
Berlin University of the Arts
ReRoute Play Wall is a modular, foldable bouldering wall system designed for indoor kindergarten spaces. It addresses the limited adaptability of many existing bouldering walls, which often fail to accommodate mixed-age groups. Instead of following a fixed set of climbing holds, children can reposition holds to invent new paths, set their own level of difficulty, and create new games. This turns climbing into an active, iterative process—planning, testing, adjusting, and trying again—building not only strength and coordination, but also creativity, risk assessment skills, and self-efficacy. Add-ons—such as a slide, bell, or mirror—further extend play beyond climbing. The system provides children with a basic framework that invites them to discover endless possibilities of “play” on their own. When not in use, the wall folds away to free up space for other activities.