Community

Re-appropriation
Access to the Public Right of Way

Architecture Is Fun
2nd Ward

Every ward across the city includes a baffling and ever-changing collection of poles and
newspaper boxes that exist in the public right of way. Some of these objects are
marginally useful for uslighting the sidewalk and street, noting city parking regulations,
holding stacks of newspapers. But these poles and boxes are also commonly used for
other things, such as locking bicycles or attaching banners and signs. And as a pedestrian
in the summertime, weaving around restaurants tables and chairs can make the sidewalk
even more trecherous. Sadly, theres a complete lack of coordination to any of this and
minimal effort at making it beautiful. Could we be inspired by the rare moments in our city
when pedestrian space carefully nudges its way into the street? Is it possible for cars and
people to comfortably share the right of way? This project addresses these problems and
illustrates a simple, transportable public space that is easily adaptable to any business,
street or community.

2nd Ward
Community Re-appropriation
Architecture Is Fun

architectureisfun.com

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