City of Lewisville College Street Enhancement Art Benches

Overview

The City of Lewisville, Texas seeks one artist or artist team to design six public art benches for the College Street beautification project, extending from Mill Street to Railroad Street. This follows the successful integration of artist-designed benches on Main Street in 2019. The project aims to support safe, attractive community infrastructure while exposing residents and visitors to diverse art styles and increasing tourism and walkability. This is a request for qualifications, not proposals.

Timeline

• Submission deadline: July 25, 2026
• College Street improvements expected to complete Spring 2027
• Three finalists will be selected and asked to create full proposals

Eligibility

United States-based artists only.

What to Submit

• Submit minimum 2, maximum 8 images or videos combined
• AI-generated concepts from artists without an evidentiary history of completed projects will not be considered

Design Requirements

• Benches up to six feet long, no more than 28 inches deep
• Tallest element (back or sides) no more than 36 inches high
• Traditional seat height 18 inches
• Fabricated with highly durable, low-maintenance materials
• Must withstand intense sun, wind, rain, and frozen precipitation
• Powder-coating finishes on outdoor metal components not allowed; mineral, enamel, and automotive paint processes preferred
• Must meet ADA and PROWAG compliance standards
• Interactive/touchable elements must meet all local, state, ADA, and PROWAG requirements
• Two locations may accommodate integrated bike racks
• Two locations may accommodate taller back or shade structures

Selection Criteria

• Creativity
• Site appropriateness
• ADA compliance
• Durability and proven maintenance potential
• Past projects demonstrating successful long-term durability

Contact

dhelbing@cityoflewisville.com