MoBil

What is it? 

Mobil is a modular toolkit that transforms public spaces into vibrant, flexible environments for play, sport, and gathering. Mobil is transportable by bike.  Designed for adaptability, Mobil turns underused urban areas into hubs of activity and community life. Some examples of the structures that can be made: an information tower, an exhibition, an open discussion room, football goals and a movie screen. MOBIL was used in various ways as part of the Streetforum project—as a teambuilding activity for the participants, to attract the attention of passersby, to host an exhibition, and as a support structure for both the Rich Picture.talk workshop and the discussion room where it took place (see picture above). 

Why is it useful? 

Mobil was used both as a standalone activity—for teambuilding and attracting attention in public space—and as a structural and visual support for tools for consensus-building, such as Rich Picture.talk. It also served as an exhibition space and hosted a discussion room within the installation. By combining visibility, dialogue, and participatory tools, Mobil became a practical tool for consensus-building in public space, enabling communities to express ideas, negotiate perspectives, and co-create shared solutions. 

Who should use it? 

Mobil is facilitated by community leaders, urban planners, local governments, and cultural organizations.  It is designed for broad public use, especially by residents and vulnerable or underrepresented groups who often lack access to participatory urban design processes.  

How to use it? 

Mobil consists of four lightweight, easy-to-assemble modules—ARK, TOUR, GOAL, and PANIER!—each supporting a different activity or function. The modules can be combined and adapted to different sites and needs. Installation typically takes 1–2 hours, with recommended use over multiple days. Materials include plastic connectors, aluminium/PVC tubes, and locking pins. Setups require local permissions and are mostly suited for outdoor use, with some indoor applications possible. Mobil is more than a physical installation—it is a participatory process that sparks local dialogue, brings people together, and enables hands-on, sustainable transformation of public space. 

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