Mills50 (Website) is getting 6 new bus shelters designed Wes Featherston, a member of the Mills 50 Design Committee and employee of Process Architecture (Website).
Three of the shelters will be installed this Fall in the following locations:
- in front of Mills Park
- NE corner of Mills & Colonial
- Colonial at Shine in front of Publix
The design was inspired by vintage illuminated signage within the district. The footprint is small, using an L-shaped design that fits within the right of way.
The covers are made of a translucent solid polymer described as "vandal resistant." That's a relevant feature, as Mills50 has had problems in the past with tagging.
According to a press release from Process Architecture, "The shelter responds with a change in color and light as riders wait, board and exit buses. Likewise, the shelter responds to passing buses, pedestrians and even other occupied bus shelters in the district."
In front of Mills Park:
In front of Publix:
