the bus stop.
the bus stop.
COMMUNITY
SUMMARY
the bus stop offers 3,600ft2 of all-weather shelter by recycling two decommissioned buses set up by 2-4 people in 30 minutes. Offers a portable safe space capable of growing with its community’s needs. The intention of this design is to extend humanity to its guests.
METRICS
30 minute estimate set-up/pack-up
Up to 3,600 ft2 gross floor area all-weather shelter, adjustable to site conditions with canopy extensions.
650 ft2 footprint packed up & moving
City Relief’s unique approach to aiding those in our community currently experiencing homelessness deserve a space of equal quality and compassion. the bus stop provides a dignified experience from its aesthetic to its programing, centering around the agency and humanity of those seeking aid by providing options within a safe and comfortable space.
As needs develop, the bus stop can grow with the community. The flexible community room, between the two parked busses, can adjust in size up to 1,600 ft2. Air quality and temperature are regulated by cross-ventilation.
COMPASSION
Beyond a warm meal and essential supplies, the bus stop hopes to promote the autonomy of guests by offering choices. Alternative food & drink options are dispersed throughout both warm shower & hot meal lines giving back the choice of what and when to eat. the bus stop further provides a secure safe space for a naturally lit warm shower.
FLEXIBILITY
the bus stop offers three primary opportunities for flexibility.
1. The mobility of the buses allows for a reliable setup in most locations.
BUS PRECEDENT
the bus stop is comprised of two buses. While one bus uses LavaMae’s guidelines to constructing a mobile shower. Its partner bus is broken into two services, 14’ food truck, and supply distribution booth.
PROGRAM
- one A.D.A. shower/bath
- one non-A.D.A. compliant shower/bath
- food truck kitchen
- supplies distribution storage booth
- flexible community room w/ dispersed seating
- private counseling
- heating/cooling area
- outdoor vendor space
- Wi/Fi & charging
2. The retractable canopy is self-supporting and capable of extending to support 200 people. Several access points on all sides ensure consistent perfor mance in varying occupancies & site restrictions.
3. The central 1,600 ft2 of flex space enables the program to adapt to the needs of each community.
One site may prioritize areas for private counseling while another may focus on creating opportunities for friends and guests to share a meal.
SUSTAINABILITY
the bus stop recycles two decommissioned dieselelectric buses, each with two 200W solar panels supplementing daily services. Promoting vehicles ability to be left off.
CANOPY PRECEDENT
The integrated self-supporting canopy uses Giulio Barbieri’s Ready Box 2 system. The system is fully retractable using wheels for easy deployment.
2
travel_ready
setup
close
DESIGN_APPROACH 1.
2.
3. low_occupancy 4. high_occupancytarp mechanism open
circulation/ventilation 3
EAT_BUSW/ FOOD & SUPPLIESMAIN ENTRY & FLEXIBLE COMMUNITY ROOMA.D.A.WASH_BUSW/ SHOWER & TOILETLINEFOR WASH_BUS PROGRAM LAYOUT IN SECTION PRIVATE COUNSELING LINEFOR EAT_BUS TYPICAL SETUP FOR 2-4 PEOPLE canopy setup - 15 mins a team of two is able to extend canopy to accomodate lines between 50 - 200 people line divider setup - 5 mins line dividers feature bowl topper distribute food & drink to guests waiting in line furniture setup - 10 mins simple collapsible tables & chairs allow for quick setup & easy storage 30 minute est. total setup/takedown 4
DETACHABLE RAMP trailer with ramp easily unloads& collapses overhanging canopy.
EXTENDABLE CANOPY extendable canopy provides protection from the elements and flexible occupancy loads. self-supporting structureon wheels minimizes setup time.
RECYCLED TRANSIT BUS servingas both transportation and storage, the buses outfitted with essential amenities such as A.D.A. bathrooms with showers house food and supplies for distribution.
FOOD & DRINK DIVIDERS plastic bowls mountedon line dividers allow distribution of food & drink to supplement those waitingin line.
WOODEN TABLE & CHAIRS principlesof biophilia state that engaging with natural materials such as wood induces comfort. all collapsable furniture for easeof storage and handlingis made from wood.
SOLAR PANELS two 200W solar panels installedto utilize for amenities relieving the buses engines from constant use.
MATERIALS 5
food_BUS vendor_space private_counseling vendor_space wash_BUS hand_wash condiments kitchen grab_ bag A.D.A._bath bath storage storage mech. footprint_for 100_people snack_basketdrink_basket snack_basketdrink_basket refuse variable_shelter_capacity: heating/cooling_area mech. footprint_for 50_people 27'-10"8'-3"36'-3"8'-3"27'-8" 22'-6" 22'-4" 108'-2" 44'-10" X XX X X X X X X X X X X 4/4 DBL 4/4 DBL 0' 1' 5' 10' 20' plan_PROGRAM 6
0' 1' 5' 10' 20' eat_BUS vendor_space counseling vendor_space wash_BUS hand_wash kitchen grab _bag A.D.A._bath bath refuse heating/cooling POTENTIAL_STREET SECONDARY_EXIT POTENTIAL_STREET wash_BUS PATH eat_BUS PATH APPROACH FROM STREET ENTRY TO COMMUNITY ROOM LINE FOR WASH OR EAT BUS BUS PASSTHROUGH COMMUNITY ROOM (EPI)CENTER 2 1 3 4 # 21 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 5 # SECONDARY_EXIT PRIMARY_ENTRY/EXIT PRIMARY_ENTRY/EXIT plan_FLOW 7
1. APPROACH FROM STREET vendor booths setup outside separating loud foot traffic & allowing quieter space within for private counseling 1 8
2. ENTRY TO COMMUNITY ROOM access to amenities heating/cooling area, wi-fi, & private counseling 3 2 9
3. LINE FOR wash_BUS OR eat_BUS food & drink available during wait via line dividers 3 3 10
4. FOOD BUS PASS-THROUGH food & seasonally dependent supplies distributed 4. WASH BUS PASS-THROUGH A.D.A. accessible bathroom w/ skylight for individuals sensitive to compact space 4 4 11
5. FLEXIBLE
COMMUNITY ROOM after passing through buses, guests are welcomed to flexible community safe space 3 5 12