UrbAynes

With a focus on delivering fresh food locally, we specialize in connecting residential and commercial businesses with food being grown in their cities.

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Here’s what to expect from Urbaynes at Michigan Central

Project Kick-off

At the outset, our vision is to connect residents with resources. comprehensive discussion to understand their vision, objectives, and preferences. This phase lays the foundation for a tailored approach to food security of the cities residents and also the accessibility to restaurants and every day Detroiters, where we delve into the functional requirements and aspirations of the project.

First Iterations

Focused on the people’s narrative, we developed a six-stage plan that encapsulates Urbaynes’ direction. Initial iterations incorporate user feedback, refining the concept into a cohesive blueprint that aligns with the business community and residents.

Feedback & Subsequent Iterations

Client input is paramount. We are actively seeking feedback on our design and usability, facilitating an interactive process that homes in on the perfect balance between our vision and what the people want. This collaborative approach ensures the final design surpasses expectations.

Project Implementation

With a finalized design in hand, we will distribute Urbaynes on both mobile app platforms. This phase culminates in the realization of the envisioned space.

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PLANNING DOCUMENTS

THE FUTURE

AUTONOMOUS DELIVERY

What people are saying about urban farming in detroit

“We need better food options.”

We need better food options in Detroit. There are a few new places popping up, but we need control over our own destiny.

Jon Peterson

Detroit

“I would love to know where my food comes from when I eat.”

I live in Ann Arbor and there are so many restaurants here in the city. I would love to know where my food comes from when I eat.

Louise Gabels

Ann Arbor

“Detroit is the future.”

Detroit is the future, and we need people who are looking towards the future.

Anne Bennings

Detroit

FAQs

What are the next steps for Urbaynes?

We are already identifying target lots, the next move is to secure and activate them.

Finalize partnerships with the Detroit Land Bank Authority and block clubs to obtain temporary-use or community benefit agreements for vacant lots.

Begin site prep for two to three container-farm hubs near major transit lines or the Joe Louis Greenway.

Pilot with a small but mighty team of growers,drones, delivery riders, and app users to test the Urbaynes logistics loop: farm → hub → household.

What role do architecture and urban planning play at Urbaynes?

At Urbaynes, architecture isn’t about buildings, it’s about systems that behave like buildings.

Architecture also extends to aesthetic storytelling: each container hub doubles as a visible statement of renewal, Detroit’s industrial past reborn as a living, growing machine for equity.

Every container farm, delivery hub, or micro-distribution site is architecturally modular, designed like LEGO blocks that can plug into any vacant lot, schoolyard, or underused industrial corridor.

This modular approach makes Urbaynes scalable, affordable, and crucially place-responsive. The form follows function, and the function follows community need.

When will Urbaynes launch?

Pilot Sites (Q4 2025 – Q1 2026)

What areas in Detroit will Urbaynes be located?

Together, these three hubs form a microcosm of Detroit’s urban DNA:
Core City — experimental and forward-thinking
Indian Village — rooted and community-driven
Avenue of Fashion — visible and economically vibrant
Each one not only pilots Urbaynes’ model but tests a different typology of food access — industrial, residential, and commercia

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