30 5 / 2012

Created during the Bat-Yam International Biennale of landscape urbanism in Israël, the Cans Pavilion utilized that most under-utilized of spaces: an unoccupied lot slated for future construction/development. An excerpt from their description:

The combination of “hospitality” and “public space” implies an inner tension. How can people identify with public space and relate to it as if it were their own living rooms?

We approach this question by fostering the participation of residents and visitors in the shaping of their environment, thus leaving their mark and presence on the space. 

 Bat-Yam International Biennale of Landscape Urbanism website

Cans Pavilion project page


 

03 5 / 2012

micro-urban gardening using a telephone pole in San Fransisco. by terrapin_sf

micro-urban gardening using a telephone pole in San Fransisco. by terrapin_sf

01 5 / 2012

in Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Picture by Arnold Fang

in Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. Picture by Arnold Fang

25 4 / 2012

urbanbricolage:

Seating in public space is often neglected… and that’s where a little urban bricolage can help! Check out these very cool hammocks in Bogota - Columbia.
Jardin de hamacas: Intervenciones realizadas en el centro de Bogotá, como parte de los projects de la quinta edición de la feria de arte contemporáneo La Otra, curados por Pablo León de la Barra.

urbanbricolage:

Seating in public space is often neglected… and that’s where a little urban bricolage can help! Check out these very cool hammocks in Bogota - Columbia.

Jardin de hamacas: Intervenciones realizadas en el centro de Bogotá, como parte de los projects de la quinta edición de la feria de arte contemporáneo La Otra, curados por Pablo León de la Barra.

17 4 / 2012

orientaltiger:

3 ZONES • 3 COLORS • 1 NEIGHBORHOOD: The Superkilen park is divided into three zones and colors (red, black and green). Each zone color facilitates different activities.

(via entrappedspaces)

20 3 / 2012

hedonisticsustainability:

Toronto: Re claiming ad space on ‘info pillars’ with chalk boards.

hedonisticsustainability:

Toronto: Re claiming ad space on ‘info pillars’ with chalk boards.

19 3 / 2012

joshduv:

Some cities, specifically in Europe, are turning their streets and curbsides into modern living rooms with some high-end street furniture. (via Dwell magazine)

joshduv:

Some cities, specifically in Europe, are turning their streets and curbsides into modern living rooms with some high-end street furniture. (via Dwell magazine)

(via floatingheat)

16 3 / 2012

Playful Spaces by Bruno Taylor

Playful Spaces by Bruno Taylor

14 3 / 2012

toronto’s kensinton market. That car is a quasi-permanent fixture

toronto’s kensinton market. That car is a quasi-permanent fixture

12 3 / 2012

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