On 10 June 2023, the first participatory design session of the CoolCo's project took place in Szigony Street, Budapest. Although it was planned to be the second meeting with the locals, the first event, scheduled for 7 June, had to be postponed due to the unstable weather.
Fortunately, on this Saturday we were greeted by good weather in front of the health clinics on Szigony Street, with the sun showing its strength at times. So the weather also helped local residents and planners to think together about a cooling point for the beginning of July.
The CoolCo's concept is based on using modular elements to create street furniture that makes everyday life easier for local residents during the heatwave. We envisioned seating, shade, plants and water features, but we are also working to incorporate any new features that may emerge through community design.
Based on the experience of the inspiring day, local residents stressed the need for more green space, drinking water, and traffic calming. These will be incorporated into the final design as far as we can.
Thanks are due to the Járókelő Community Association for bringing the Healthy Streets concept to the attention of the public.
Source: CoolCo's
