Smart Parks: A Toolkit

Smart Parks: A Toolkit by the UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation presents a groundbreaking framework for integrating technology into the management and design of urban parks.

This guide explores how environmental, digital, and material innovations can transform public spaces into “SMART Parks” — places that enhance accessibility, safety, sustainability, and community well-being. The publication provides practical insights for park managers, planners, and advocates, offering over 70 technology solutions ranging from smart irrigation systems and energy-harvesting pavements to interactive play structures and sensor-based lighting. By organizing these tools across key park components such as landscape, lighting, and digital engagement, the toolkit becomes an invaluable resource for modern park management and future-ready design.

More than a catalog of technologies, the toolkit emphasizes equitable access, community fit, and environmental resilience as essential values for urban parks. It guides readers through the process of selecting and implementing innovations, addressing barriers such as cost, training, and long-term maintenance. By blending technological solutions with participatory design and education, Smart Parks: A Toolkit reimagines how green spaces can operate efficiently, engage diverse users, and contribute to healthier, more connected cities.

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