Kettering Launches BaseCamp at Research Park
The new outdoor social hub offers public amenities to help modernize the 620-acre business site.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Remote Work
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The city of Kettering has opened BaseCamp, a temporary outdoor social space located at 3139 Research Blvd within the Miami Valley Research Park. The site features public seating, WiFi, and a stage to host community events and local vendors.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to improve economic and social offerings at the park in response to modern remote work trends. It serves as a pilot project to inform future site designs and gauge demand for permanent retail and food tenants.
BaseCamp is situated on the 620-acre Miami Valley Research Park property at 3139 Research Blvd. Current data from this pilot phase will determine the scope of a planned two to three year installation.
The players
Kettering
This Ohio city government is leading the effort to modernize local commercial spaces through urban design initiatives.
Miami Valley Research Park
This 620-acre facility is a major regional business hub located on the border of Kettering and Beavercreek.
Yard and Co.
This firm specializes in urban planning and design and contributed to the development of the park's master plan.
The details
The project implements core elements of a master plan developed in late 2025 by the Miami Valley Research Park Association and Yard and Co. City officials collaborated with urban designers and market researchers to create the pop-up space for public use.
Timeline
Development of the master plan took place in late 2025.
BaseCamp officially opened to the public on October 17, 2026.
A screening of Ghostbusters is scheduled for October 23, 2026.
A pumpkin carving event is scheduled for October 24, 2026.
The current iteration of the site closes on October 25, 2026.
Market Landscape
The BaseCamp project represents a shift toward re-imagining suburban office parks as mixed-use community hubs. This effort aligns with the Miami Valley Research Park Master Plan to maintain relevance as work-from-home trends alter traditional office demand.
Local residents and professionals can access the site for free WiFi and outdoor seating during the pilot phase. Visitors may also purchase food and drinks from vendors on-site during scheduled events through October 25, 2026.
The takeaway
Communities are increasingly using temporary pop-up installations to test the viability of amenities before committing to permanent construction. Residents interested in the future of the park are encouraged to participate in upcoming events to provide feedback on the space.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to adapt to modern professional trends in our Remote Work section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WYSO.
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