The Diversity Plaza, located in Queens, New York City, involved the research and engagement of the Jackson Heights transit hub on 37th Road between 73rd Street and 74th Street. Diversity Plaza was created as part of New York City's Department of Transportation (DOT) Plaza Program. This program aims to transform underused roadways into vibrant public spaces. Design+Culture Lab investigated the plaza and evaluated its social impact since its installation four years ago. Based on our findings after engaging community members and visitors to Diversity Plaza, Design+Culture Lab was able to identify creative methods for improving public programming in the space to support an intercultural exchange among the urban inhabitants.

Project Location | Jackson Heights, New York City, NY
Timeline | April 11, 2014
Deliverables | Research, and Prototyping
Impact Measurements | Tool Creation
Project Lead | Joy Alise Davis, MA
Project Collaborator | Renae Reynolds Diggs, MA