UrbanCubby by OptimaT, designed by Raak Design

Urban Cubby is a modular, Lego-inspired smart locker system designed to make sports and play equipment easily accessible in public spaces. The system enables municipalities, schools, and organizations to activate parks and recreational areas by providing on-demand access to shared materials, such as sports gear, games, and outdoor equipment. At its core, Urban Cubby combines a physical, modular hardware structure with an intuitive web application.

The locker units are built in a flexible, Lego-like configuration, allowing them to be scaled, rearranged, and adapted to different locations and usage needs. This modularity makes the system suitable for both small installations and large, multi-unit deployments across cities and recreational sites. Users can unlock and manage the lockers through a simple digital interface, enabling seamless access without the need for physical keys or on-site supervision. This reduces barriers to participation and encourages spontaneous physical activity and social interaction in public spaces.

By lowering the threshold to access sports and play equipment, Urban Cubby helps transform underused urban areas into active, inclusive, and engaging environments. The system promotes healthier lifestyles, strengthens community interaction, and supports local governments in activating public infrastructure in a flexible and sustainable way. Urban Cubby is not just a storage solution, but a scalable infrastructure for shared urban activity, designed to bring movement, play, and connection back into everyday public life.

Urban Cubby is a modular, Lego-inspired smart locker system designed to make sports and play equipment easily accessible in public spaces. The system enables municipalities, schools, and organizations to activate parks and recreational areas by providing on-demand access to shared materials, such as sports gear, games, and outdoor equipment.