Micro park prototype

A temporary parklet built to demonstrate how a small green retrofit can have a large impact on existing streetscapes and contribute to community well-being.

The micro-park prototype integrates ecosystem services such as stormwater management and biodiversity with seating to create a mid-block public space. A stormwater swale runs through the park, appearing in two vegetated cutouts that are also designed to attract insects and birds.

Small interventions such as the micro-park can help cities cope with climate change by reducing runoff volume and subsequent combined sewer overflows, while the swale vegetation traps pollutants, releasing cleaner water after retention.

Shira Jacobs with Fredrik Legeby, Mathias Gustafsson, studio landskap, studio stadsbyggnad
Company: Tengbom
Client: Tengbom

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