nendo's roadside 'petit market' stand supports direct sales from farmer to consumer

‘petit market’ by nendo takes shape as an adjustable roadside vegetable stand that promotes the spread of cheap and fresh agricultural products by supporting direct sales from farmer to consumer. preventing food loss and strengthening local economies, roadside stands utilize the ‘honor system’, trusting customers to drop their payment into a box in exchange for their selected products. the stand kit comes flat-packed and can be assembled by one person without any special tools in about 10 minutes.all images courtesy of akihiro yoshida

the kit by nendo is delivered equipped with adaptable feet for installation on uneven surfaces in different environments. the number and the regulation of the shelves can also be modified to accommodate various items like flowers or long vegetables. furthermore, the sloped roof protects them from snow during winter, while it functions as a chimney throughout the summer, releasing the heat from the inside.

moreover, there is an optional outdoor LED strip that can be placed under the shelves to illuminate products in late hours. the ‘honesty’ box for the money-trades is designed to facilitate QR code payment. after-hours, the standing chalkboard converts into a door, marking the closing of the shop. in case of storms or other extreme weather conditions, the stand can be temporarily closed and folded in storage, as it takes only 10 minutes to be disassembled.

there are four color variations for the exterior, while each user can customize it to their liking with paint and other accessories. nendo also designed matching multi-sized dustbins to fit in varying combinations. the main structure comes in three sizes: S, M, and L, while the medium-sized is formed with components found at common hardware stores, so users can easily find spare parts. meanwhile, there are online guides providing the specifications to anyone to assemble their own stands, giving more possibilities to the project in the future.

project info:

name: petit market

designers: nendo