Inspired by PARKing Day -- a publicity stunt to take over curbside parking spaces and convert them to public seating areas for one day out of the year, this micro park occupies street space instead of sidewalk space.
The parklet is a mix of stadium, bench, and bistro table seating, surrounded by native grasses, placed outside our client's cafe. We incorporated bike parking to provide a protected spot to lock up and drink up.
We complimented the cafe's minimalist and modern design for the design itself while staying true to our preference for natural materials. The result is a bold, linear silhouette complemented by native grasses and a sturdy aluminum frame with cedar decking that stand up to the elements—cedar is naturally resistant to rot. To add to the city's stock of bike parking, lock-up posts are available on the side of the parklet, partially concealed from the elements.
