Equiparc & Dikini
provide a solution to address
planner needs for flexibility
by enabling broad creative
license, while delivering a rich
experience for users.
“MTL is a complete collection,
including benches, bistro
tables, waste and recycling
receptacles, planters and bike
racks,” notes Nicolas Thuot
of Equiparc. “Though inspired
by the vibrancy and warmth of
Montreal culture, the collection’s
universal qualities are easily
adaptable to any public space in
North America.”
Combining Equiparc’s technical
expertise
with Dikini’s innovative urban
design strategies, the MTL
Collection has emerged as
an efficient and affordable
system for urban planners
that refuses to compromise
on quality and durability. A
signature of Equiparc’s site
furnishings, the new MTL
Collection was conceived,
designed and manufactured
in a choice of wood, metal and
plastic, rendering it suitable for
any environment.
FRESH PERSPECTIVES
After accepting the commission
to create the new MTL
Collection, Dikini faced
the challenge of creating a
delicate balance between the
manufacturer’s vision and the
needs of planners and users.
The design goal was to provide
planners with optimal flexibility
that would empower them
to create unique spaces that
respect their site identities,
while ensuring that users would
benefit from practical solutions
reflective of increasing diversity
and social interaction.
“Equiparc wanted a broad range