Turning Parking space into socIAL space
Imagine a small pickup truck parked on any street, transforming an ordinary parking spot into a hub of social activity. This innovative concept is simple yet powerful: a versatile vehicle designed to foster community connections in three exciting ways. On top of this small car, we've created three setups to spark interaction:
- Dine Out: A cozy dining spot to share meals and laughter.
- Chill Out: A relaxing area to unwind and chat.
- Pong OUt: A lively game zone for friendly competition.
But why a parklet? Because it cleverly adheres to existing parking regulations while reimagining how the space can be used, all without the risk of fines. This social interaction vehicle aims to make our streets more enjoyable and vibrant.
Building a social interaction vehicle making streets more enjoyable.
Thanks to our partner Greenwheels, we've secured a charming Kei car. Now, we need your help to bring this vision to life. We’re raising funds to build the incredible features on top of the parklet, from good cooking gear and a coffee machine to proper chairs and a comprehensive digital booking system.
We need passionate individuals to run it and create an amazing experience for everyone. Your support can help turn this innovative idea into a reality. Let’s get it in gear together!
SUPPORT & DONATE
Be A PUNK. AND HELP US make this possible.
We need your help to bring this exciting experiment to life! We have the car, but now it's time to build all the fun features and gather the equipment needed to rent it out and deliver it to your space. Every bit of support counts, whether it's a donation or contributing items like a nice espresso machine, a fancy BBQ, comfy pillows, or an almost new ping pong or foosball table. It's not about the amount you give; it's about the spirit of your contribution.
parkLET junior
You support the parklet
Love the idea and want to contribute? You're amazing! As a token of our gratitude, we'll send you a personal thank you and an exclusive discount for whenever you want to rent the parklet. Your support means the world to us!
ParkLET BOSS
You run the parklet
You’re diving into this like a queen. By contributing, you’ll not only support a fantastic idea but also get to show it off in your own neighborhood. As a special thank you, we’re offering you a full free weekend with the parklet. You can pick it up and park it on your street any day and time you like (some limitations apply). Your street will be the talk of the town, and you’ll be the star who made it happen!
parkLET OG
You own the parklet
Ready to take charge and make this your own? Perfect, welcome aboard, captain! We’ll clear the calendar so you can bring this amazing parklet to your street. And guess what? We're not giving you just one weekend, but two! That’s right, a full Friday-to-Monday party awaits you, and we'll even deliver it right to your front door. We might even throw in some confetti for good measure. Get ready to transform your street and be the hero of the hood!
Partnering up
AMAZING COMBO.
THe Lab X Greenwheels
We're over the moon to have the party started with Greenwheels joining forces for this groundbreaking experiment. It's a perfect match, considering that every Greenwheels car clears out the equivalent of 14 cars from the street! Imagine all that extra space for people to reclaim and enjoy their streets.
If you're a business and you feel inspired to be just as generous and supportive, we want to hear from you! Drop us an email, and let's explore the exciting possibilities for your brand to be associated with the ultimate street upgrade. Together, we can create something truly remarkable!
Join THE LAB
Ready to reTHINK
There is an urgent need to rethink the way we look at our streets and cities. They are currently designed for one purpose (cars and efficiency) and no longer a just place that enables social interaction, play and inclusion. Because it's hard for policymakers, designers and people to see alternative futures. The Lab of Thought is the platform that explores and direct experiments to open our collective imagination to work towards more desirable streets and cities.