ABcreative

ABcreative Creating your perfect park and playground since 1993. http://abcreative.net/ We’ve completed more than 1,000 successful projects from very small to very large.

http://abcreative.net/
Since 1993, ABCreative has offered a full line of park and play equipment along with hands on consultation. We give the same attention to detail for every project we work on. Your satisfaction means we help you accomplish your vision, on time and within your budget. Durable, well designed products that are more easily maintained mean a lower cost of ownership and longer lasting, FUN playgrounds for the kids.

Every site is different. Different soil, different sun, different kids.A playground that works for one community won't a...
06/01/2026

Every site is different. Different soil, different sun, different kids.

A playground that works for one community won't always work for another. So we specify whatever each project calls for, and what gets built is right for your community.

Our team starts with your site and your budget, then brings in the equipment that fits. Sometimes that's a signature climber from one source, age-appropriate play from another, and surfacing matched to your drainage conditions. Our in-house designers, project managers, and install crews handle the rest.

See the manufacturers we work with: https://www.abcreative.net/manufacturers

Teens don't go to parks just to play. They go to hang out, connect, and move.The Canyon at Bent Tree Park, by the number...
05/14/2026

Teens don't go to parks just to play. They go to hang out, connect, and move.

The Canyon at Bent Tree Park, by the numbers:
1,400 ft² of climbable surface.
3 difficulty levels, beginner to advanced.
3 climbing heights, up to 14 feet.
12 climbers at a time.
1 of its kind in the United States.
Visible from the main road in Kansas City.

Learn more about The Canyon:
https://trekfit.ca/products/urban-boulders/canyon/

Planning a space that works for more than the standard ages? Talk to us: https://www.abcreative.net/team

05/04/2026

The first Trekfit Canyon in the United States. And we put it in Kansas City.

The Canyon is now standing at Bent Tree Park. Built to give an often overlooked age group something that was actually made for them. Something worth showing up to. Something that challenges them.

More photos and details coming soon.

Replacing a playground doesn't have to feel like losing one.The space may have run its course, worn down, outdated, no l...
04/14/2026

Replacing a playground doesn't have to feel like losing one.

The space may have run its course, worn down, outdated, no longer up to code. But it still meant something to the people who used it. That's worth acknowledging before anything else.

The projects that go well start there. Not with equipment selection or budget, but with a question: what should carry forward?

When a community is part of that conversation, the new space doesn't erase the old one. It builds on it.

If that's a conversation you're working through, we're here to help: https://www.abcreative.net/contact

It usually starts with an idea.Then a conversation to understand the space, the goals, and what makes sense.From there, ...
04/06/2026

It usually starts with an idea.

Then a conversation to understand the space, the goals, and what makes sense.

From there, it moves into concept, design, and eventually installation.

Each step builds clarity. And that clarity is what carries the project through.

If you’re in the early stages, that’s exactly where we can help: https://www.abcreative.net/team

Many projects don't stall from lack of ideas. They stall from funding friction.Playground projects rarely slow down beca...
03/24/2026

Many projects don't stall from lack of ideas. They stall from funding friction.

Playground projects rarely slow down because teams lack vision. More often, momentum gets stuck in the details, navigating grant windows, aligning budget cycles, securing approvals, and understanding matching requirements.

Getting clarity early helps teams move forward faster and with fewer surprises.

If funding is part of your roadmap, one resource we often recommend is Superior’s Grant Guide.

👉 You can find the Grant Guide here: https://srpplayground.com/publications?search=Grant

Planning ahead saves money. Waiting costs clarity.Playground projects don't happen overnight.Funding cycles.Grant window...
03/17/2026

Planning ahead saves money. Waiting costs clarity.

Playground projects don't happen overnight.

Funding cycles.
Grant windows.
Board approvals.
Manufacturer lead times.

The teams that move smoothly are the ones that start early.

Our newsletter helps you stay one step ahead with:
• Early looks at new and trending equipment
• Budget benchmarks to guide smarter planning
• Funding insights and timing considerations
• Real project takeaways you can apply to your own space

Don't miss what others are planning around!
👉 Subscribe to stay ahead of your next project: https://www.abcreative.net/newsletter

We're excited to introduce John Edwards, our new Playground Consultant serving Kansas and Western Missouri Parks & Recre...
03/12/2026

We're excited to introduce John Edwards, our new Playground Consultant serving Kansas and Western Missouri Parks & Recreation departments.

John will work closely with communities across the region to help bring new playground projects to life, guiding departments from early conversations through final installation.

Have a project in mind? Connect with John directly or email [email protected]

Please join us in welcoming John to the team!

Most first conversations are simpler than you think.They’re not about locking in equipment or finalizing designs. They’r...
03/10/2026

Most first conversations are simpler than you think.

They’re not about locking in equipment or finalizing designs. They’re about clarity.

Here’s what we typically cover:
1️⃣ Who it’s for
Ages, users, accessibility needs.
Who will use the space and how should it serve them?

2️⃣ Rough budget
A general range, funding approach, and whether phasing makes sense.
Not exact numbers. Just guardrails.

3️⃣ Space + timeline
Site size, layout considerations, and when you’d ideally like to move forward.

No pressure. No overcommitment. Just a structured starting point so you can move forward with confidence.

👉 Start a conversation with an expert: https://www.abcreative.net/team

Spring is when ideas take root. If a playground project is on your horizon, now is the time to start building direction....
03/02/2026

Spring is when ideas take root. If a playground project is on your horizon, now is the time to start building direction.

Most playground projects don't begin with final drawings or locked-in budgets. They start with a conversation — a chance to explore what's possible and what makes sense for your space.

Big ideas start with a simple conversation.
Make your first step a smart one👉: www.abcreative.net/contact

Address

33160 W 83rd Street
De Soto, KS
66018

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+19135833332

Website

https://www.linkedin.com/company/abcreative-inc-/, https://www.youtube.com/@ABcreativeInc

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