Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive street furniture for the transformation of neighbourhoods

The main goal of this opportunity is to support the transformation of neighborhoods in a way that is sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful, following the values of the New European Bauhaus. The focus is on creating active and engaged communities by involving diverse groups, including vulnerable populations, in shaping their environments. Projects should aim to improve environmental performance, use nature-based solutions, enhance cultural and aesthetic value, and address the needs of different people. Special attention is given to participatory methods and the co-design of innovative street furniture to make public spaces more functional, safe, and accessible. The opportunity is open to eligible countries as outlined in the Horizon Europe guidelines.

• Proposals must follow the required page limits and layout as outlined in the official application materials.
• Participants must be from eligible countries as specified in the Horizon Europe guidelines.
• Applicants should demonstrate both financial and operational capacity to carry out the project.
• Projects will be evaluated against clear criteria and scoring thresholds.
• Beneficiaries may provide up to EUR 100,000 in grants to third parties for prototyping and demonstrating innovative designs.

Example projects:

• A city team works with local residents, including seniors and youth, to co-design park benches and playgrounds that are both environmentally friendly and accessible.
• An organization partners with community groups to create nature-based solutions for cooling urban streets, involving residents in the design process.
• A university collaborates with artists and people with disabilities to develop new types of street furniture that enhance both beauty and usability in public squares.

• Prototyping of innovative street furniture
• Demonstration activities for new designs
• Materials and supplies for prototypes
• Technical development and testing
• Community engagement and participatory design workshops
• Costs related to involving vulnerable or diverse groups
• Expert fees for design and environmental consultants
• Project management and coordination
• Documentation and dissemination of results

Note: The maximum grant per third party is EUR 100,000 for prototyping and demonstration. Specific restrictions or additional eligible expenses should be checked in the official guidelines.

• Budget for this Call: 10,400,000€
• Number of Grants attributed: 2
• Budget per grant: 5,200,000€

• Applicants must be based in an eligible country as defined by Horizon Europe.
• Projects must follow the official application format and requirements.
• Applicants need to show they have the financial and operational ability to complete the project.
• Proposals must meet the evaluation and award criteria set by the program.
• Beneficiaries can provide financial support to third parties for prototyping and demonstration activities.
• Eligible applicants can include SMEs, educational or research institutions, and not-for-profit organizations.
• Partnerships or networks may be required, depending on the project and guidelines.