The Boogie Down (Youth) Booth
2019
MDO plywood, latex paint, wood, directional speakers, LED lights, photovoltaic panels
10’ x 18’ x 8’
The Bronx, NY

This is the fourth iteration of the Boogie Down Booth in five years. In addition to providing seating and lighting, and playing Bronx music, this version also incorporates a community bulletin board, a mural wall painted by local youth, a chalkboard wall, and a stage for local musicians to perform. This latest version incorporated insights from the Yes Loitering project.

Commissioned by: WHEDco—Major support was provided by the Neighborhood 360° Program, created by the NYC Department of Small Business Services to identify, develop, and launch commercial revitalization projects in partnership with local stakeholders.

Partners: NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, Bronx Music Heritage Center, Bronx Community Board 4, Council Member Vanessa Gibson

Constructed by: Golden Door Carpentry Corp.

Solar Engineer: T4D Lab, R. David Gibbs