# Social Distancing Markets Shift Architecture Urbanism is Reimagining Street Food Markets By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-food-markets References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2020/04/03/shift-architecture-urbanism-designs-social-distancing-into-the-food-market/) & [shift-au](https://www.shift-au.com/projects/hyperlocal-micromarket/) Shift Architecture Urbanism created a concept that adapts the design of [street food markets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pullman-market) to support social distancing during the time of a global pandemic. The Hyperlocal Micro Markets offer a way for people to enjoy fresh air and purchase fresh produce from local producers, all while maintaining a safe distance from others. The design is based around a [system of grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-crate-stall) that can be set up to make it easy for people to follow the recommended guidelines for separation. The [public market concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-market-place) was developed to relieve pressure on supermarkets and give people a safe and alternative means of keeping themselves fed. The solution is also one that considers vulnerable groups that may not be able to afford supermarket shopping. Image Credit: Shift Architecture Urbanism ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hyperlocal Micro Markets:** Creating small-scale markets that offer fresh produce and maintain social distancing, providing a safe alternative to supermarkets. - **Grid System Design:** Implementing a system of grids to guide people and ensure they follow social distancing guidelines in public spaces. - **Relieving Supermarket Pressure:** Developing alternative means of obtaining food to alleviate strain on supermarkets during a pandemic. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Finding innovative solutions to safely distribute fresh produce and groceries in the midst of a pandemic. - **Urban Design and Architecture:** Integrating social distancing measures into public spaces through creative design concepts. - **Retail and Consumer Goods:** Exploring new market concepts that prioritize safety and accessibility for consumers in uncertain times. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Retail Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-space.md) - [Consumer-Run Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperburgers.md) - [Community Market Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercado-nicols-bravo.md) - [Hybrid Community Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-after-market.md) - [Autonomous Micro Markets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micromart.md) - [Adaptive Community Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaced-agency.md) - [Brick Market Interior Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ink-ink-food-market.md) - [Experimental Prototype Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designs-for-global-crises.md) - [One-Stop Wellness Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-market-place.md)