SEPTEMBER 2018 – SEATTLE
DESIGNED AND INSTALLED BY – BOARD & VELLUM
“PARK(ing) Day is an annual global placemaking event in which community members lead the temporary transformation of
parking spaces into people spaces. Taking place every third Friday of September, Seattle’s participation in
PARK(ing) Day gives residents an opportunity to reimagine how streets can be used. Originating as a grassroots
movement, the initiative has served as a way to repurpose public space and allows for communities to add park space
where it is currently limited. In Seattle, we want to encourage communities to use streets as sites for public
expression and creative experimentation, as well as for enjoyment and to promote health and wellness.” ~ Seattle
Department of Transportation
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Visitors enjoy this tiny green space created by Board&Vellum for Seattle's 2018 PARK(ing) Day.
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Visitors enjoy this tiny green space created by Board&Vellum for Seattle's 2018 PARK(ing) Day.
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Being surrounded by plants has been shown to improve human health, which is especially important for urban areas.
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Vibrant green hedges soften and complement hardscaping elements like concrete and wood.
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Vibrant green hedges soften and complement hardscaping elements like concrete and wood.
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PARK(ing) Day is a wonderful event focused on turning city streets into beautiful, health-promoting spaces.