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Boston city landscape2/27/2024 ![]() While the Emerald Necklace was supposed to be enjoyed by all, specific places for children to let out their energy had not yet been designed. In fact, playgrounds can be seen as an improvement to Olmsted’s design of parks, as he did not originally take into account how children use, and do not use, their environment. ![]() However, playgrounds also offer a distinct space for children to play, while keeping the outside landscape intact and in use for its patrons, highlighting how playgrounds can still implement Olmsted’s values of how our natural environment should be used. Playgrounds, which is what this transect tour will be focusing on, highlight Olmsted’s aversion to the uncontrolled nature of society, as playgrounds cater more toward children and their need to play and let out energy. The Emerald Necklace was largely designed by Olmsted, incorporating areas such as the Back Bay, to connect the city of Boston through a central gathering landscape. Frederick Law Olmsted designed landscapes for the intention of reflecting the tranquility of the natural environment, rather than the uncontrolled nature of society. The first developments of parks were designed not for recreational purposes, but rather carefully planned areas of nature to mediate human behavior.
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