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One of the envisioned ways to re-purpose the pay phones in New York City. This design, NYC Loop, is one of six finalists. Winner of Best in Creativity. (NYC Mayor's Office)
NEW YORK—Thousands of pay phones across the city, a relic of another age, are considered valuable infrastructure by city officials. A competition was launched, asking people to envision different uses for the phones.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg and other city officials announced the winning prototypes on Wednesday, and released visuals showing some of the designs. More than 125 submissions were received; 11 semi-finalists showed their designs to judges yesterday evening.
“From Wi-Fi hotspots and charging stations to alternative energy sources and community art installations, once again New York City proves to be fertile ground for launching groundbreaking ideas that set the global standard,” said Rachel Haot, the city’s chief digital officer, in a statement.
Another prize category will be decided by public vote. People can vote through March 14 here.
(Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
This design is one of the six finalists. Winner of Best Connectivity. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
(Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
This design, Beacon, is one of the six finalists. Winner: Best Visual Design. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
This design is one of the six finalists. Winner of the Best in Community Impact category. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
One of the six finalists. Winner of Best Functionality. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
(Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
(Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
This design, Windchimes, is one of the six finalists. Winner of Best Community Impact. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
This design, Smart Sidewalks, is one of the six finalists. (Courtesy of NYC Mayor's Office)
