What would be the most effective method of decreasing life-style induced diseases in America? From this question I took a deep dive into the ethics, social beliefs, economic factors and biology of eating in America. Research has proven by eating a plant-based diet most life-style induced diseases can be reversed completely. How can society integrate more plant-based foods into social norms? How can the stigmas around plant-based diets be broken down? To begin this process, I interviewed the following people: Kris Pendleton Life Coach and nutritionist Cora Breuner MD Specializes in pediatric adolescent medicine blending eastern and western philosophies Debra Boutin Department head of nutrition at Bastyr University Sydney Nash 16 year old self-proclaimed vegan student Rebecca Barnes University of Washington Architect Kristine Kenney University of Washington Landscape Architect After synthesizing the professional perspectives I moved onto locating where in WA would benefit the most from a change in lifestyle. Aberdeen, WA has the most life-style induced diseases in the state of Washington and became the site for my project. At this point, I was undecided on the typology of my building. Diving into research articles and reflecting on the interviews I realized the most effective way to build momentum for change is by educating the youth. Aberdeen's schools are currently separated by the Puget Sound, making the walkability score low. By creating bringing together the school and designing a community campus, the city would have a community center.
I looked into how the neighborhood could be reorganized to enhance the user experiance for both the schools and the neighbors. This proposed master plan will: Increase property values Increase walkability Increase community gatherings Decrease crime rates Increase bicycle safety Funnel traffic to one road, away from the connections between the schools
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I’m designing a Living Building certified middle school that features IB curriculum, locally sourced products for the meals (through the Farm to School program) and a community green house that will be open to the public year round, will be maintained by the kids during school and by the community center during the summer. Archives
May 2017
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