glass house collective how to guide
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YOUR MISSIONThe residents and businesses on Glass Street are committed to making this historic district ground zero for focused, postive, community-driven change. We need your help.
Included in this guide, you will find recipes for community action. It is complete with detailed instructions and lists of all necessary tools, materials, and collaborators compiled by residents for residents.
Contact Glass House Collective at 423-402-0565 if you would like to get involved in one of these projects or replicate a project in your community.
Table of ContentsTree Planting ............................................................................................................................. p. 1-2
Street Furniture ...................................................................................................................... p. 3-4
Public Park Wayfinding Signage .................................................................................... p. 5-6
Pop-Up Movie Night ............................................................................................................... p. 7-8
Bike Repair Station & Bike Rack .................................................................................. p. 9-10
Public Art Gateways ........................................................................................................... p. 11-12
Crosswalk Intersection Painting ................................................................................. p.13-14
Sandwich Board Signage ............................................................................................... p. 15-16
Storefront Improvement ................................................................................................. p. 17-18
Home Repair & Landscaping ....................................................................................... p. 19-20
Recommended Sites ........................................................................................................ p. 21-22
About This Guide .............................................................................................................. p. 23-24
Tree Planting
Beautify the street | Slow down traffic | Provide a gateway
DIRECTIONS:
Get in touch with the City Forrester if the potential tree planting site is on City property, Call 423.643.6000.
Identify how wide the grass area is between the sidewalk and street.
Work with the City Department of Transportation and the City Forrester to indentify tree species.
Get permission from the City at the Development Resource Center off Market Street.
Once you have permission, coordinate a day in the fall to plant the trees.
Purchase trees at a nearby nursery.
Call 811 to make sure there are not underground utilities.
Use an auger or shovel to dig holes before planting.
Invite your neighbors, friends, supporters to volunteer to plant the trees with you.
Provide snacks and water at the volunteer day.
MATERIALS:
Trees (the size and kind will depend on site), mulch, soil, water
TOOLS:
Gloves, shovels, post digger, rakes, scissors/snips, water bucket or hose, trash bags
TIME: One Weekend
COST: Less than $500
COLLABORATION:
City Forrester Gene Hyde, City Landscape Inspector Karna K Levitt, City of Chattanooga Department of Transportantion, Neighborhood Associations, nearby businesses
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Street Furniture
Connect neighbors | Provide community gathering place
DIRECTIONS:
Mark pieces to be cut on plywood.
Cut out pieces.
Assemble chairs according to sketches:
Screw seat to top of side L.
Screw top to side R
Screw front F onto side L, side R, and seat.
Assemble table:
Attach flange to bottom of table top (TT) piece.
Thread 1” pipe into flange.
Build base with two feet (F).
Attach second flange to table base (TB).
Screw pipe into base flange.
MATERIALS:
4’x8’ Plywood 3/4” thick; 1-1/4” screws; 1” x 24” gas pipe; two 1” flanges
TOOLS:
Pencil, straight edge, circular saw, drill, and tape measure
TIME: One weekend
COST: $100 covers the material cost of 2 chairs and 1 table
COLLABORATION:
A handy neighbor or a local woodworker, Studio Everything, nearby businsses.
Zachary Reynolds with Woodwise created this design.
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Public Park Wayfinding Signage
Connect neighbors to parks | Provide awareness of accessable public space
DIRECTIONS:
Purchase plywood.
Cut plywood in half to make two signs.
Paint signs.
Go to the site, call 811 for underground utility information.
Use post hole diggers to dig two 4ft deep holes at 3 ft apart.
Place 4x4 posts in holes and pack in dirt to secure and level.
Screw signs to posts.
Gauge neighborhood intrest in new sign.
If there’s a need for permanent signage partner with City of Chattanooga and park owners.
MATERIALS:
(4) 4x4 wood posts - 8’ long, (1) 4’ x 8’ sheet of plywood, paint, screws
TOOLS:
Table saw, post hole digger, a level, drill, paint brushes/rollers
TIME: One weekend
COST: Less than $500
COLLABORATION:
City of Chattanooga, Neighborhood Associations, public amentity land owner, woodworker
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Pop-Up Movie Night
Bring neighbors together | Improve connections with neighbors and local churches
DIRECTIONS:
Hang up a white sheet or blow up an inflatable movie screen.
Locate a power source. Use a heavy duty extension cord or a power strip if needed. Make sure to avoid for potential trip hazards.
Locate a projector and speakers.
Set up a table on level ground to set up the projector and computer.
Pick a family friendly movie.
Create flyers inviting neighbors.
Wait until it’s dark outside.
Fire up the grill and pass the popcorn.
MATERIALS:
Lawn chairs, blankets, extension cords (as long as 50ft), stakes, rope, power strip, portable screen, projector, speakers, a computer to play the movie, power outlet, snacks and popcorn, a table for the projector
TOOLS:
Hammer, scissors
TIME: One night, ongoing
COST: Less than $200 each
COLLABORATION:
A local business or church (LOVE Fellowship), EMPOWER Chattanooga, City of Chattanooga Neighborhood Services
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Bike Repair Station & Bike Rack
Bring people to the street | Improve a present form of transportation
DIRECTIONS:
Purchase used tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc) and bike pump.
Using metal straps to attach pump to light pole or tree.
Using wire cable attach used tools to metal straps holding the pump to the pole.
If repair station is used frequently, discuss with neighbors a permanent solution.
Find out if neighbors would also like a bike rack attached to the repair station.
Identify a metal worker to fabricate a permanent bike station and bike rack.
If on city right of way, get permission.
MATERIALS:
Used tools, metal wire, metal straps, bike pump
TOOLS:
Plyers, wire snips
TIME: One weekend
COST: Less than $500
COLLABORATION:
If permanent: City Department of Transportation, Public Art Chattanooga, Studio Everything
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Public Art Gateways
Make a local landmark | Create a visual experience Showcase creativity | Provide a welcoming entryway
DIRECTIONS:
Secure project approval from property owner.
Prime and paint plywood with signage logo.
Attach plywood signage to signage structure @ 12” on center using steel fasteners.
Paint over fasteners.
MATERIALS:
Plywood (size depending on sign), primer, paint, steel fasteners
TOOLS:
Drill, hammer, circular saw, scaffolding
TIME: One weekend
COST: Less than $500
COLLABORATION:
Local Business, City of Chattanooga Signage Board and Department of Transportation
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Crosswalk Intersection Painting
Slow down traffic | Improve pedestrian safety | Encourage feet on the streets.
DIRECTIONS:
Coordinate with City Department of Transportation on design, placement, and to close down intersection, call 423.643.5950.
Close street with rented barricades (A-1, 423.265.3054 or Flasher, 423.892.1543).
Pressure wash intersection.
Use a stencil, string, or tape to start laying out the design or work in partnership with Public Works through a City Department of Transportation partnership.
Contract artist and paint design.
Involve others.
Allow to dry.
Reopen street.
MATERIALS:
Paint, roller covers, extension cords
TOOLS:
Pressure washer, hose, rollers, extension poles, brushes, painters tape, paint sprayer, drop cloths, string
TIME: One weekend
COST: Less than $1000
COLLABORATION:
City of Chattanooga Transportation Department, Public Works, Public Art Chattanooga, Neighborhood Association, Local Businesses
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Sandwich Board Signage
Improve communication of activites and events | Activate the streetsCreate more awareness for local businesses.
DIRECTIONS:
Fasten 2 hinges to top of plywood.
Drill 4 holes near bottom of plywood.
Tie rope through holes.
Attach handle to plywood.
Stand up sign.
MATERIALS:
2 sheets 1/2-inch plywood, 24 inches by 26 inches, 4 wood posts, 2 inches by 2 inches, 2 door hinges with screws, 8 wood screws 1 1/2 inches
TOOLS:
Measuring tape, pencil, wood saw, power drill, sandpaper, paint, roller or paint brush
TIME: One weekend
COST: $60 covers the material cost for 3 sandwich boards
COLLABORATION:
A handy neighbor or a local woodworker (Zachary Reynolds with Woodwise created this design), Studio Everything, nearby businsses
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Storefront Improvement
Attract local businesses | Activate empty storefronts | Bring people to the street
DIRECTIONS:
Plant shrubs in green space between building and sidewalk. Call 811 prior to digging any holes. Plant shrubs and mulch.
Remove screws holding security bars to windows and/or brick.
Remove existing damaged sign from brick.
Apply silicone sealant to any holes left in existing aluminum storefront and patch brick.
Clean existing storefront windows.
Remove nails and/or screws attaching plywood to storefront; seal holes in storefront. If storefront is heavily damaged following removal of security bars and plywood, install new thermally-broken aluminum storefront; install per manufacturer instructions.
Using scrub brush, brick masonry cleaner, and water, clean brick. Rinse thoroughly.
Repoint any damaged mortar joints with new mortar.
MATERIALS:
Shrubs (4); mulch (4 - 8 bags), static cling door logo, brick cleaning solution, brick mortar, aluminum storefront system, sealant (NOT an oil-based caulk or an acetoxic silicone)
TOOLS:
Shovel, gloves, scissors or knife, wrench, glass cleaner and old newspapers, crowbar, scrub brush, garden hose, trowel, mortar board, drill
TIME: One weekend
COST: $1000
COLLABORATION:
Architect (for drawings), Contractor (to administer work); skilled volunteers (to complete work)
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Home Repair & Landscaping
Build neighborhood pride | Preserve and increase home value | Beautify the block.
DIRECTIONS:
Install new mailbox: Dig around existing mailbox to loosen soil; remove mailbox, post, and concrete base; create new mailbox post at Studio Everything; place new mailbox post in hole; fill around post with instant concrete mix at least 10” deep; place soil over concrete; attach mailbox to post. Plant perennial plants around mailbox; using a trowel, carefully dig holes 1 1/2 times the size of the plants’ pots.
Create a designated parking space: Using duct tape, create a stencil to be painted on road; using white spray paint, paint roadway inside of stencil; remove duct tape; place cones around parking space to prevent cars from driving over wet paint.
Plant a new yard tree: Purchase trees at a nearby nursery; call 811 to make sure there aren’t any underground utilities; dig hole; place tree in hole; remove wire basket and burlap; make sure tree is plumb; fill hole to the base of the tree; do not overfill; water and mulch.
Put a new birdhouse in your yard: dig a hole 12 inches in diameter and 24” deep; place 4x4 wood post in hole; fill around post with instant concrete mix at least 10” deep; place soil over concrete; make birdhouse at Studio Everything; attach birdhouse to post.
Plant new shrubs: Purchase shrubs at a nearby nursery; call 811 to make sure there aren’t any underground utilities; use a shovel to dig holes before planting; fill hole to the base of the shrub; do not overfill hole; water and mulch.
MATERIALS:
Mailbox, mailbox post, instant concrete mix, house numbers, duct tape, white spray paint, traffic cones, trees, mulch, 4x4 wood post, birdhouse, hanging baskets, potting mix, annual plants, hooks, perennial plants
TOOLS:
Shovel, screwdriver, drill, auger, wire snips, lobbers, pressure washer, trowel, wrench
TIME: One weekend
COST: Less than $1,000 per house
COLLABORATION:
Landscape architect, volunteers, Habitat for Humanity, Neighborhood Association, City of Chattanooga's economic & community development
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Perennial plants (such as iris or daylilies)
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1 Tree Planting
2 Sandwich Board Signage
3 Bike Repair Station & Bike Rack
4 Public Art Gateways
5 Street Furniture
6 Crosswalk Intersection Painting
7 Pop-Up Movie Night
8 Public Park Wayf inding Signage
Storefront Improvement
10 Home Repair & Landscaping
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Recommended Sites on Glass StreetGlass House Collective asked our neighbors for input on specific locations for these ideas to be implemented. Here’s what they said:
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ABOUT THIS GUIDEIn April of 2015, nine teams of neighbors, architects, designers, and enterpreneurs came together on the historic Glass Street for a workshop focused on creative community renewal. Glass House Collective hosted the event to launch Phase 2 of their work, building off of the success from Phase 1’s footprint. During the workshop, each team produced a set of actionable ideas to help revitilize Glass Street and the surrounding community in a 5 minute walk radius. Ideas were organized in an implementation time frame of 1 month (short-term), 1 year (mid-term), and 3 year (long-term). This guide, paired with resident leaders and artists, is a result of their short-term ideas.
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For more information about Glass House Collective:Web: www.glasshousecollective.orgTwitter: @GlasshouseLIVEFacebook: www.facebook.com/glasshousecollectivePhone: 423-402-0565PO BOX 5566, Chattanooga, TN 37406
Thank You!
A Special Thanks to:Travis Hitchcock for the design and David Barlow for the skectches
Glass House Collective would also like to thank all of the artists, residents, and volunteers for helping bring these projects to life.
