CONCEPT | PETAL

Transit for some, or transit for all.

Balancing accessibility and transit efficiency.

Photo by Aristide Economopoulos

Accessibility
compromised
by leaning bars

Inadequate support for elderly riders
Elimination of essential rest points
Prioritizing deterrents over comfort

Photo by Aristide Economopoulos

From an existing infrastructure.

Utilizing the underused space surrounding subway pillars allows for the integration of inclusive seating without modifying the station's existing structural framework.

Iterating on a pillar-centered transit seat.

Botanical Geometry

Translating the five-petal radial symmetry of the periwinkle into a balanced seating arrangement.

Modular Assembly

Each unit wraps around the central structural column seamlessly.

Form Finding

Testing the ergonomic curves for short-term resting efficiency.

Orthographic Plan

Drafting the exact 72° radial symmetry for the 5 petal configuration.