Natural playground design and build
Custom play spaces built from wood, stone and natural materials, designed around the site, the age groups and CSA safety requirements.
See the workNatural playground services
Dirks Natural Playgrounds designs, builds and maintains natural playgrounds, outdoor classrooms and custom wood features for communities across the Lower Mainland, from our workshop in Richmond, BC.
What we design and build
Natural playground structures and climbers
Log climbers, balance elements and play structures that support open-ended physical play for a range of ages and abilities.
See the workOutdoor classrooms and learning gardens
Outdoor learning spaces for schools and childcare centres, planned with educators for group activities, observation and hands-on learning.
See the workLive edge benches and seating
Durable live edge benches and site furnishings for gathering and rest in public and community spaces.
See the workCustom wood elements and woodwork
Sculptural forms, integrated seating, architectural accents and site-specific features, handcrafted in our Richmond workshop.
See the workPlayground design services
Sketches, design concepts, construction drawings and engineering plans that take a project from idea to build.
Read morePlayground maintenance, safety checks and restoration
Ongoing maintenance, safety checks, repairs, refinishing and restoration of wood, stone and play elements.
Read moreAt a glance
- Based in
- Workshop at 14471 Knox Way, Richmond, BC
- Service area
- Lower Mainland, British Columbia
- Clients
- municipalities, schools, childcare centres, community organizations, residential developments
- Materials
- red cedar, yellow cedar, boulders, native plants, locally sourced wood and stone
- Safety
- Built to meet CSA safety and licensing requirements for playgrounds.
- Experience
- Since 1998. 25+ years, 100+ projects.
- Process
- Design, build and install, then maintain.
Frequently asked questions
What does Dirks Natural Playgrounds do?
We design, build and maintain natural playgrounds, outdoor classrooms, live edge seating and custom wood features. Projects are built from locally sourced wood, stone and native plants.
Where are you located and which areas do you serve?
Our workshop is at 14471 Knox Way, Richmond, BC. We have built projects throughout the Lower Mainland.
Who do you build for?
Municipalities, schools, childcare centres, community organizations and residential developments.
Are your playgrounds built to safety standards?
Yes. Everything we build is designed to meet CSA safety and licensing requirements.
What materials do you use?
Locally sourced, sustainable materials such as red and yellow cedar, boulders and native plants.
Do you provide design drawings?
Yes. We prepare sketches, design concepts, construction drawings and engineering plans.
Do you maintain playgrounds after installation?
Yes. We provide ongoing maintenance, safety checks, repairs, refinishing and restoration.
How long have you been building natural playgrounds?
Since 1998. Founder Paul Dirks started Dirks Landscape Design/Build Ltd. that year, and the company now operates under the leadership of Paul Dirks and partner Chris Goody.
How do I start a project?
Email info@dirkscreations.ca, call +1 (604) 314-9675, or use the form on our contact page.