National Street Service
Exploring the potential of streets as public spaces
The National Street Service is an initiative funded by Gehl Architects and Greenfield Labs that explores the value and potential of streets as public space. As “City Lead” for Philadelphia, Hinge Collective led a group of 30 cohorts from all over the city in a three-month program to conduct experiments in changing public perception of streets through tactical urbanism and unconventional community engagement techniques. With a focus on community empowerment, Hinge Collective was able to connect citizens with services through a tri-block party event that spanned 3 neighborhoods and magnified the mission of The National Street Service.
Photo Credits: Sahar Coston-Hardy and Steve Weinik
Location: Philadelphia, PA (city-wide)
Client: Greenfield Labs (Ford Motor Company)
Timeframe: 2018
Project Team: Gehl, Greenfield Labs, Rising Sons, TinyWPA
Engagement Techniques Used:
Paid Ambassador Program
Small Scale Art Installations
Programmatic Testing
Block Parties
‘Passport to the Street’: Local Resource Guide
Youth Engagement with Hope Charter and Rising Sons
