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Sunday, 25 March 2007 | Levent OZLER
Taxi 07: Design Trust for Public Space
Taxi 07, a project of the Design Trust for Public Space, aims to inject sustainable mobility, access for all, and good design into the iconic yellow cab and the broader taxi system - just in time for the 100th anniversary of the modern-day taxi in New York City. The project will culminate in an exhibition of innovative taxi prototypes and related displays at the 2007 New York International Auto Show in April.
The objectives of Taxi 07 are to foster design innovation, celebrate the taxi's centennial, and develop a taxi system strategic plan in partnership with the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission.
Taxi 07 Exhibit
The centerpiece of the Taxi 07 project is an exhibit at the 2007 New York International Auto Show from April 6-15, 2007, that will showcase the contributions of automotive, design, technology, and academic partners. The Taxi 07 Exhibit, presented by Standard Taxi, will feature several taxi prototypes, along with taxi-related installations and displays, collectively emphasizing innovations in sustainable mobility, access for all, and good design.
The exhibit will be located outdoors in the inner roadway of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, at 11th Avenue and 35th Street in New York City, and will be free and open to the public.
Celebrating the Centennial
In honor of one of the most iconic symbols of New York City, the Design Trust and its Taxi 07 cultural partners have organized a series of public events to mark the centennial of the modern-day taxi.
Highlights of the April celebration include: Taxi 07 Opening Night, presented by Target, on April 4 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. (by invitation only); "Taxi Week" from April 6-15, 2007, as proclaimed by the Office of Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg; and screenings of taxi films on weekends in April at IFC Center, 323 Sixth Ave., New York City.
Taxi System Strategic Plan
The Design Trust, in partnership with the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission will develop a long-term plan for the taxi system. This document will make recommendations for future improvements to the taxi system's efficiency, environmental sustainability, ease-of-use and economic value.
For more information on Taxi 07, please visit http://www.taxi07.org
The Design Trust for Public Space
The Design Trust for Public Space is dedicated to improving New York City's parks, plazas, streets, and public buildings. Design Trust projects enrich the urban experience for all New Yorkers by turning good design intentions into reality. By forging public/private partnerships between neighborhoods, city agencies, and design professionals, the Design Trust creates powerful working relationships that overcome political and logistical hurdles.
The Design Trust for Public Space: http://www.dexigner.com/directory/detail/8771/
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