Post visit reflection

Today we went to visit the area where Farragut Houses are located. The neighborhood looked from poor to low middle class. It appeared less conglomerated than expected. The shape of the project buildings looked like they were meant to occupy less space and have more apartment with windows. Poor neighborhoods are known to lack supermarkets. I was glad to notice one nearby. I was surprised to see a wall that was separating the Navy Garden from the street. This creates an unpleasant image to the people living around there. However, there were plenty of green spaces and playgrounds in the projects for children to enjoy. I am looking forward to seeing this neighborhood again, after I do more research about the area and the buildings.

 

pre visit reflection

I am a little nervous about the project visit tomorrow as I have a poor space orientation. I expect to see a conglomerated neighborhood with limited green areas and poorly dressed people. I will try to draw some sketches, but I have no artistic talent whatsoever. I will try my best, but I know I cannot create art. Given the fact that we have already watched videos of how private houses were demolished in that neighborhood, I am thinking we might meet some people who were victims of demolition. Although there will be no human interaction, I will observe not only the surroundings, but also the affect of people; their facial expressions. I am looking forward of meeting everyone at the location.