I'm in a situation where a bunch of kids wait at the end of my driveway for the school bus, which is great, but they tend to drop their backpacks in a muddy area by the drainage ditch. I'd love to create a safe and weatherproof solution for them to store their things without getting them dirty. It needs to look decent since I have an HOA that can have specific rules. Any ideas on structures, platforms, or ways to repurpose materials to make this happen? Where should I begin?
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First things first, have a chat with the HOA to see if they’d support the idea. You could take inspiration from national park designs—think about a central panel with hooks and a roof overhanging each side for extra protection. That could work great!
You might want to pitch this idea to your HOA as an improvement to the bus stop instead of just a backpack area. Maybe think about a bench that opens up for storage—like a seat that lifts up for their backpacks! This way, it serves a dual purpose, and it sounds more appealing to the HOA.
A bench could be perfect for your needs; it could disguise as a storage shelf. When it's not holding backpacks, it can still serve as a place for the kids to sit!
Thanks for the idea! I found some cool examples online!