SAFELY DISTANCED PUBLIC PARKLETS
Repurpose parking spaces for the people (and plants) of your community!
What is a Parklet
Parklets temporarily repurpose street parking for pedestrian use. These spaces can be used for seating, dinning, public art, planting and much more.
Why Install a Parklet
Due to COVID-19, health and safety restrictions have made it challenging for businesses to attract and accommodate customers. Distancing restrictions as well as narrow sidewalks increase the difficulty of maintaining a safe distance in urban environments. By adding a parklet, spacial constrictions can be mitigated while adding a new feature to the public environment. These new spaces can attract potential customers and increase the aesthetic appeal of a streetscape.
Features and Materials
Customize your parklet with features that suit your businesses needs and unique local character.
Plant Material: native grasses, succulents and cactus, or pollinator friendly
Building Material: reclaimed wood, corrugated steel, concrete, synthetic turf, and more
Iconic Features: string lights, chalk board, street murals, bike racks, and more
DESIGN CONCEPTS
Pub Style
A contemporary twist for transitioning outside, up to four groups of guests can enjoy bar/pub style seating safely and comfortably within the space of about two parking stalls. Wood panels buffer road noise, while large planters act as structural support for stainless steel tabletops. Other surfaces lend themselves to signage, chalkboard areas, or public art.
SEATING: 4 Groups
TABLE SPACE: 12 People
PLANTERS: 3
Cafe Style
Merging natural forms with small tables and opportunity for lush planters, this parklet is a flexible, relaxed, and dynamic space. Three semi-enclosed zones can fit a range of guest sizes comfortably while maintaining a safe distance. This special cafe or dining space comes together with as few as four modular timber forms and a custom palette of low maintenance plant material suited for the urban context.
SEATING: 5 Groups
TABLE SPACE: 16 People
PLANTERS: 9
Classic Picnic Style
A classic yet functional picnic style layout, this parklet is intended to accommodate four seated groups at any time. The low profile concept lends itself to any number of upgrades, from umbrellas and lights to custom tables, materials, and planting schemes. This configuration maximizes table and seating for business patrons.
SEATING: 4 Groups
TABLE SPACE: 18 People
PLANTERS: 7
Now What?
Think you might have a spot for a parklet? Intrigued, but not sure what to do next? In light of the current situation around safe outdoor spaces, the Firma team is excited to help business owners and others interested in the design and coordination of parklet fabrication and installation. Let us know how we can help you!