Lakatlan Budapest Festival - Project Space workshop

URBAN VACANCY

why vacant?

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Likely project development time frame

"Interim District" proposal is about creating neighbourhood strategy for the use of vacant spaces in the area of 7th district. It further explores the possibility of using other vacant spaces of Szervita ter and Skala Metro.

Phase 1 Period 0-3 month: development of the Incubator D7, project promotion, accumulation of the ideas, first networking events, launch of the support programme

Initial step of the proposal is creation of the 'Incubator D7' support centre where ideas for use of vacant spaces are born, tested and developed. The proposed uses will be based on local community needs and interests. Being situated in a vacant shop, in the heart of 7th district, the 'Incubator D7' will be visible and easily accessible to all.

DISTRICT 7 POSTER

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Integral part of the strategy is building connections, sharing knowledge and resources with already existing organisations and initiatives.

FLYER

Incubator D7

RESOURCES/ TOOLKITS

EVENT flexible space for exhibitions, discussions and workshops

Phase 2 Period after 3 months: continuing with Phase 1 programme and starting testing ideas and projects in spaces in the area and/or Skála Metro and Szervita tér, with support from Incubator D7

providing information, guidance and physical resources that can help you develop your ideas into projects

IDEAS WORKSPACE flexible co-working and meeting space

IDEA ‘Z’

space where you can bring, create, share, test and develop ideas for the meanwhile use of vacant spaces

DISTRICT 7 IDEA ‘X’

Incubator D7

CAFE

IDEA ‘Y’

space to socialize and relax

A: Incubator D7 A milti-purpose community space, envisaged as a hub for generating and developing ideas about the use of vacant spaces in the area. It encourages critical public engagement, provides support programme for start-up ideas, as well offers event and work space.

Leonard Ma, Abraham Fung small design office small design office small design office

Phase 3 Period after one year: further support and development of established network of pop-up and and permanent activities in vacant spaces and public realm in the area.

Possible launch of sister projects in other neighborhoods in Budapest.

Locals with project ideas

General public

Tourists

-are provided with opportunity to test and develop their ideas in ‘Incubator D7’ and empty spaces in the area

-is offered loyalty rewards programmes and improved local offer in local area

- are able to experience unique local offer of activites in Budapest, including local produces, neighbourhood events and services

-are offered initial consultancy and guidance in legal, financial, design etc issues

- is able to enjoy improved public realm

-are offered to join or create collaborative network of organisations and people with similar ideas

-is offered wide range of social facilities, including space for learning socializing and sharing experiences and resources

-are put in the framework of sustainable operation through sharing resources and knowledge

-is offered opportunity to actively engage in overall improvement of their neighbourhood

DISTRICT 7

Goran Vodicka, Jekaterina Porohina, Ivan Rabodzeenko SKINN

Incubator D7

VACANCY_Budapest_Interim_District VACANCY_Budapest_Interim_District

Likely project development time frame

VACANCY_Budapest_Interim_District

C: Resources D7

"Interim District" proposal is about creating neighbourhood strategy for the use of vacant spaces in the area of 7th district. It further explores the possibility of using other vacant spaces of Szervita ter and Skala Metro.

Phase 1 Period 0-3 month: development of the Incubator D7, project promotion, accumulation of the ideas, first networking events, launch of the support programme

B: Network D7

Integral part of the network is development of support kits for network members. Physical, visual and information kits will be developed for use by all participating members when needed. This will help new members to kickstart their ideas and will reduce the costs of organising and running activities.

Initial step of the proposal is creation of the 'Incubator D7' support centre where ideas for use of vacant spaces are born, tested and developed. The proposed uses will be based on local community needs and interests. Being situated in a vacant shop, in the heart of 7th district, the 'Incubator D7' will be visible and easily accessible to all.

DISTRICT 7 POSTER

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Integral part of the strategy is building connections, sharing knowledge and resources with already existing organisations and initiatives.

This diagram/map is showing possible network of activities in empty properties. The network emanates from the Incubator D7 as a space where ideas are born (according to local peoples' needs and interests), developed and turned into reality through available support. Incubator D7 also serves as a central hub of D7 Network, a testing as well as an event space.

crèche game club (board games) pop-up library (share/exchange books, magazines, dvds)

SKÁLA METRO (vacant upper floors of a socialist-style department store)

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flexible space for exhibitions, discussions and workshops

Phase 2 Period after 3 months: continuing with Phase 1 programme and starting testing ideas and projects in spaces in the area and/or Skála Metro and Szervita tér, with support from Incubator D7

providing information, guidance and physical resources that can help you develop your ideas into projects

IDEAS

flexible co-working and meeting space

artists studios workshop spaces sporting activities: paint ball, climbing wall, skate park, table tennis etc events: art installations, theatre, pop-up cinema, conferences, fashion shows etc

2nd hand shop coffee shop workshop up-cycling (reUse) repair workshop (bikes, furniture) training swap-shop

DISTRICT 7 IDEA ‘X’

Incubator D7

CAFE

Incubator D7

IDEA ‘Y’

space to socialize and relax

souvenirs shop & production space local/personalisied souvenirs alternative tourist buro

A: Incubator D7 A milti-purpose community space, envisaged as a hub for generating and developing ideas about the use of vacant spaces in the area. It encourages critical public engagement, provides support programme for start-up ideas, as well offers event and work space.

cafe cooking classes (for locals & tourists) food share/exchange

dance/aerobic/yoga etc classes sewing embroidery knitting classes/production

art space shared art studio exhibitions + bar

MAP

Physical kits will be shared amongst network members. Members can use individual kits either to run activities or to improve / develop their spaces. Kits can be used separately or together depending on activity.

For example an art gallery opening might need both event kit & temporary bar kit. Kits will be portable and easy-to-use.

An integral part of the overall strategy is a series of events taking place in the public realm of the neighbourhood (streets, squares, parks) organised by the network, not only for promotional but also community building/supporting purposes.

FLYER Event Kit

Temporary Bar / Cafe Kit

Locals with project ideas

General public

Tourists

-are provided with opportunity to test and develop their ideas in ‘Incubator D7’ and empty spaces in the area

-is offered loyalty rewards programmes and improved local offer in local area

- are able to experience unique local offer of activites in Budapest, including local produces, neighbourhood events and services

-are offered initial consultancy and guidance in legal, financial, design etc issues

- is able to enjoy improved public realm

-are offered to join or create collaborative network of organisations and people with similar ideas

-is offered wide range of social facilities, including space for learning socializing and sharing experiences and resources

-are put in the framework of sustainable operation through sharing resources and knowledge

-is offered opportunity to actively engage in overall improvement of their neighbourhood

DISTRICT 7

Incubator D7

QUESTIONNAIRE

TOTE BAG

Uses: presentations, film screenings, opening parties, symposia, workshops, talks, exhibitions, etc.

(central city square with vacant office buildings)

offices for start-up’s co-working meeting space evening classes live-work units hostel etc

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Uses: event openings, temporary events, outdoor festivities

Includes sounds audio-visual equipment.

Includes portable bar, till, cooling equipment & other useful serving tools

Workspace / Workshop Kit

Space Construction Kit

swap-skill programmes/classes (IT, languages, various tutorials)

Branding kit will provide easy-to-use templates to be applied to a variety of mediums. Those will set guidelines for fonts, colours and visual appearance.

This package will cater to a wide variety of activities and will give those an overall feel and continuity.

Adding more members to the network will be easier and cheaper.

SUPPORT A package of support will also be created. This will be both in an interactive format such as workshops and masterclasses and through a number of on-line guides to help members with fundraising and any legail issues.

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Phase 3 Period after one year: further support and development of established network of pop-up and and permanent activities in vacant spaces and public realm in the area.

Possible launch of sister projects in other neighborhoods in Budapest.

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PUBLICATION

The network functions according to principles of social enterprise.

Commercial activities of the network will subsidise wider social agenda helping regeneration of the area.

The map also shows the possibility of some ideas/uses being expanded from shop spaces to either the vacant Skala Metro building or the vacant office buildings at Szervita Ter (according to whichever is most appropriate for their spatial requirements or other needs).

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PHYSICAL KITS

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WORKSPACE

IDEA ‘Z’

space where you can bring, create, share, test and develop ideas for the meanwhile use of vacant spaces

EVENTS in the public space: street party, festival in the park community dinner parking day, etc...

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RESOURCES/ TOOLKITS

EVENT

BRANDING/PUBLICITY

A programme of workshops with intial members of the Incubator to develop a plan of peer-to-peer support and skill exchange programme.

Guides Legal Information on leasing, dealing with landlords; templates for risk assessment, space management, events licences, and anything else related to space management & organisation of public events in a variety of spaces.

Marketing strategy Strategy for physical promotion of whole network, individual members and events. Use of branding kit in conjunction with social media.

Funding / sponsorship strategy

collaborations with local organisations (e.g. MUSZI etc.) sharing knowledge and resources

Uses: workshops, co-working spaces, talks & presentations Includes light weight tables, chairs & lighting

Uses: workshops, co-working spaces, talks & presentations Includes tools, manuals and guides to make costeffective fit outs.

List of funding organisations, approach to funding. Traditional fundraising - events, auctions, exhibitions. Membership schemes.

Guides on how to attract corporate sponsorship. Crowdfunding.

On-line resources List of useful & free online resources for e-newsletters, event organisation and promotion, crowdfunding, mapping, co-working, etc.

provide tools and support for the public to develop vacant spaces.

the city of Budapest is holding a competition to support the renovation of vacant sites.

TĂŠr KĂśz Competition Provides funds for:

Temporary use of vacant unused properties for local communities and/or vacant plots for community gardens and/or playgrounds Public space rehabilitation District municipality + local NGOs as partners 1/5 funds for vacant space adjoining public space Funds for renovation only - no support for maintenance

Fund will cover:

Competition Deadline:

100%

80%

50%

City Owned

Municipality Owned

Privately Owned

31 July 2013

--TRANSPARENCY --BUREAUCRACY --TRUST --ECONOMICS ---

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is this economically sustainable?

what about community spaces?

there are social groups in need of vacant space, but they need support.

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COMMUNITY SPACE

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COMMUNITY ROOMS

develop social uses as a strategy to address vacancy.

DISTRICT AS A NETWORK OF COMMUNITY ROOMS

PUBLIC SPACE AS “CORRIDORS”

COMMUNITY HOTSPOTS

SOCIAL HUB

SUPPORT

DURABILITY?

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MUNICIPALITY

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LOCAL ORGANISATION

INTEREST ORGANISATION

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COLLECTIVE AGENCY

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WHY 7TH DISTRICT? --MUNICIPALITY OWNED VACANT PLOTS --LACK OF DIVERSITY --NIGHTTIME USER ISSUES --POTENTIAL GENTRIFICATION --EXISITING CULTURAL ACTIVIES ---

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hubs

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ESTABLISH BÜRO 4 7

DEVELOP CLUSTERS

RE-FINANCING HUBS

BEST PRACTICE RESEARCH

DEVELOP DATABASE

ADAPTING AND TESTING STRATEGY

VITALITY OF THE DISTRICT

OPEN DISCUSSION

LEGAL FRAMEWORK

TAILORING BUSINESS PLANS

PUBLIC SPACE IMPROVEMENTS

RAISING AWARENESS

MARKING VACANT SPACES

GATHERING RESOURCES

NETWORKING

PUBLIC HAPPENINGS ON

MAPPING

SITE GATHERING FUNDS

ESTABLISH HUB BÜRO 4-7 LAUNCH

EVALUATION

BĂœRO 4-7

Green space

Potential green space

Vacant shop (municipal)

Vacant building (municipal)

Green space (private market)

CO-WORKING SPACE OFFICE

RENTALS

STATIONARY SHOP

MEETINGS

OFFICE

FLEXIBLE CO-WORKING SPACE

PUBLISHING

Offices could occupy smaller spaces within one building or use spaces in ohter buildings in the area Uses: PRINT SHOP

workspace training meeting

PUBLISHING

CO-HOUSING GROCERY STORE

LAUNDRY LIVING

LIVING

COURTYARD COMMERCIAL SPACE

COMMUNAL KITCHEN

COMMUNAL SPACE

COMMUNAL KITCHEN CAFE

Uses:

social housing shared physical resources community kitchen community spaces

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Visible from outside

Uses:

CATERING COMPANY

community events workshops & educational booked events indoor sports market place

FLOWER SHOP

WORKSHOP

TOURIST CRAFT STORE

STORAGE Space for tools & equipment

BIKE RENTAL

Outdoor Storage

Visible from outside

Uses: building infrastructure for other clusters / spaces jobs and training for unemployed bike rental tool rental storage renting out facilities to societies

HANDYMAN SERVICE

Food growing

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CASE STUDIES

social functions activate communities.

community activities help locals regenerate district life.