‘Park in a Truck’ is like Ikea but for building neighborhood parks

Adele Peters

2020-02-07

Fast Company

Keywords: Park in a Truck, Neighborhood parks, Community engagement, Green spaces, DIY park building, Urban revitalization, Sustainable urban development, Health benefits, Inclusivity

"Creating new parks in cities can be slow, expensive, and time-consuming. This new system lets neighbours quickly pick which elements they want, gets them delivered, and helps them install it themselves in a few days."

The article throws light on "Park in a Truck" initiative in Philadelphia offers a novel approach to quickly and affordably create neighborhood parks. Developed by a landscape architect and a population health professor, this system allows communities to select park elements from interchangeable designs, facilitating easy installation without specialized expertise. By providing a cost-effective, DIY park building solution, the program empowers communities to enhance their local green spaces while promoting inclusivity and environmental sustainability. The initiative addresses the demand for parks in under-resourced areas and champions the benefits of living near green spaces, such as reduced stress, improved mental health, and decreased risks of diseases like asthma and diabetes. With plans to expand this model and create a network of parks across the city, the project sets a precedent for community-driven urban park development.

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Tags: Park in a Truck, Neighborhood parks, Community engagement, Green spaces, Urban revitalization