David has designed Academy Awards sets , Nobu restaurants and W ##awa . A father of two , the architect found traditional design uninspiring . He created Imagination Playground , where kids use teamwork and creativity to play . Manhattan playground cost more than $ 1 million ; he 's seeking $ 2 million more to sustain it .
David Rockwell designed Academy Awards sets , Nobu restaurants and W Hotels . A father of two , the architect found traditional playgrounds uninspiring . He created Imagination Playground , where kids use teamwork and creativity to play . Manhattan playground cost more than $ 7 million ; he 's seeking $ 5 million more to sustain it .