Sofia

I had the privilege of conducting my own research in the neighborhood of NEOKC near Page Woodson for my spring semester project. From interviewing candidate Camal Pennington to owner of a nonprofit produce garden LaTasha Timberlake, I was able to learn about the neighborhood first hand.

After the Urban Renewal Plan in the 60s, NEOKC experienced the disappearance of small business and local grocery stores. This created food apartheid within the community. There was only access to unhealthy nutrition rather than access to fresh local produce.

From studying the open plots in the area I learned that with the implementation of small self sustaining produce gardens, pollinator networks, and a water filtration structure we could revitalize the neighborhood. I designed a water structure that filters rain and gray water and is built with local brick and cedar, that can be decommissioned and used for new developments.

Here are a couple of snapshots from my final presentation! I’m very proud of all the hard work and time that went into this project. Enjoy!!!
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