We visited a few of our favorite parklets and took photos to display the diversity of building materials and interpretations of the concept – click through our gallery to see them all! The third round of applications closed in December 2011, so locals and visitors to San Francisco alike can look forward to visiting more new parklets within the next year. Find a parklet in your neighborhood or visit them by checking out this interactive map.
Every time I go to San Francisco I often find myself in the market street area and further North. I always see little parklets, but the seating often looks so uncomfortable and the surroundings are so hectic that I’ve personally never stopped walking and have never seen anyone use the space either. Open space should be more than just aesthetic improvements, it should have a functional aspect as well. I think because these parklets need to be supported by the nearby business, they are inappropriately placed for maximum effect.