ParkFEST Design Competition Open

The goal of this competition, sponsored by Architecture for Humanity, is to design new prototypes for urban park furniture including a picnic table, trashcan, and bicycle rack that are either separate elements or a single hybrid design element. These prototypes are intended to be installed along the waterfront of Long Wharf Park in the City of New Haven, CT for use by persons patronizing the food trucks that frequent that park. The designs are considered a test for the city and if ultimately successful, could be built and used throughout the city park system. Designs shall be sustainable, affordable, durable, and easy to construct. See http://openarchitecturenetwork.org/projects/parkfest for details. Submissions are due October 8, 2011.

Update 12/5/2011: Winners have been announced and can be downloaded at http://openarchitecturenetwork.org/projects/parkfest.

First Prize: Sean Evelich & Josh Sikora, U. of Bridgeport, CT

Second Prize: Chung Raeha, U. of Bridgeport, CT

Commendation: Ted Esselstyn, Higganum, CT