by D'Maia DeVoe | Feb 13, 2016 | Built Environment, Built Environment Description, Built Environment Descriptions, Images
The Lake Claire Community Land Trust is conveniently placed walking distance from the Edgewood/Candler Park train station. You can look over one of the hills and see the train passing by and even see the buildings of our busy little city, Atlanta. “From Edgewood/Candler Park MARTA station (Blue Line), cross pedestrian bridge over Dekalb Ave. Turn east on Dekalb and walk approx. 1/2 mile to Nelms Ave., one block past Clifton Rd. Cross Nelms and turn left on diagonal path up the...
by D'Maia DeVoe | Feb 13, 2016 | Artifacts & Signage, Built Environment, Built Environment Description, Built Environment Descriptions
This rainbow flag hangs in the open area next to the fire pit. Each color is a representaion of what this community embodies and has a symbol to go along with them. The flag has “Courage”, “Joy”, “Spirit”, “Celebrate!”, “Community”, “Equality”, and “Diveristy” written upon it. These are all values that each neoghbor believes...
by D'Maia DeVoe | Feb 13, 2016 | Built Environment, Built Environment Description, Built Environment Descriptions
The fire pit pictured above is where anyone can come and enojy music, fun, and festvities all while warming up by some flames. This area is open to any and everyone.. Weekly events take place here, including story telling and open mic nights for anyone who wants to showcase their...
by D'Maia DeVoe | Feb 13, 2016 | Built Environment, Built Environment Description, Built Environment Descriptions
http://sites.gsu.edu/ddevoe2/files/2016/02/IMG_07981-17gscg6.mp4 http://sites.gsu.edu/ddevoe2/files/2016/02/IMG_08091-2b59yvr.mp4 The inhabitants of this neighborhhod recognize that this enchanting land trust goes on for miles and the scenery may be too much to consume at once. Multiple seating areas are placed throughout the land trust. Some areas are more shaded than others and some are homemade or made from rocks while others were bought. With each seating area, you experience a different view and atmosphere of this beautiful...
by D'Maia DeVoe | Feb 13, 2016 | Artifacts & Signage, Built Environment, Built Environment Description, Built Environment Descriptions, Images
Walking through this land trust, you forget that it is part of an actual neigborhood. Signs like these are placed near homes to remind visitors that certain areas are the private property of the homeowners. The sign is a reflection of the residents in this community. It’s simple, organic, and...
