“CDC | Accessibility | Disability and Health | NCBDDD.” Accessed March 31, 2016. http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/disabilityandhealth/accessibility.html.

Handicap accessibility is an issue in the fast pace are of Atlanta. The built environment is not specifically designed for those who struggle with a disability. Every aspect of the built environment  should be accessible to different types of people, those who are not the majority. Some examples of accessibility includes access for those in wheelchairs. Some places only has stairs which inhibits people in wheelchairs use or access to that certain area. Those in wheelchairs are the most accommodated group with a disability. Those who have other disabilities to other senses have a harder time surviving on their own let alone in a major city.. The article, “Accessibility”, offers a solution to this problem which is called the, “Universal Design”. This offers a solution to the problem. This implies that items and the design of the built environment could be used for all types of people. This could help people with disabilities to lead somewhat normal lives on their own.

“Technology’s Influence on Education.” Accessed March 31, 2016. http://source.southuniversity.edu/technologys-influence-on-education-76874.aspx.

There has been a major change in learning in the built environment. Technology has changed the way students do work and how they interact with their students. Technology in the classroom was meant to increase productivity in learning. The use of technology also promotes a more enjoyable way of learning including games with instant knowledge and answers. Children and adults both use technology for entertainment and learning. Laptops and cellular devices in the classroom show the major changes chalkboards. Without technology some advantages would not be available without technology. Along with the positive advances made there are also many negative sides to having fast accessibility to information. Some individuals use the internet for bullying purposes and distraction from work and school. The use of technology in everyday life show how the built environment has changed and how it is constantly changing. Technology has changed the way we learn and people’s lives as a whole.

Downs, Anthony. “Traffic: Why It’s Getting Worse, What Government Can Do.” The Brookings Institution. Accessed March 27, 2016. http://www.brookings.edu/research/papers/2004/01/01transportation-downs.

“The Importance of Green Spaces in Improving the Health of Communities.” The Playing Field, November 26, 2014. http://theplayingfield.org.uk/importance-green-spaces-improving-health-communities/.

Downs, Anthony. “Traffic: Why It’s Getting Worse, What Government Can Do.” The Brookings Institution. Accessed March 27, 2016. http://www.brookings.edu/research/papers/2004/01/01transportation-downs.

Traffic is a major problem in the city of Atlanta. There has been contemplation of how to fix this problem in the built environment. Options include greatly expanding road capacity and greatly expanding public transportation but these ideas do not make sense realistically.  The article suggests that the only solution to the problem is to deal with it because it is nearly impossible to eliminate congestion completely. The article does give ideas to slow down the rate it occurs in the future. Police could, “Respond more rapidly to traffic-blocking accidents and incidents”.  We could also build more roads in growing areas but there are also some opponents to this idea believing it may cause more travelers. More High Occupancy Toll (HOT) Lanes  and High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes, can be created to add to the overall capacity. The article also implies that, “traffic congestion often results from economic prosperity and other types of success”. Heavy traffic is a problem that has to be solved with patience.

“The Importance of Green Spaces in Improving the Health of Communities.” The Playing Field, November 26, 2014. http://theplayingfield.org.uk/importance-green-spaces-improving-health-communities/.

“The Importance of Green Spaces in Improving the Health of Communities.” The Playing Field, November 26, 2014. http://theplayingfield.org.uk/importance-green-spaces-improving-health-communities/.

Green spaces are very important for the health and well being of human beings. The article, “The importance of green spaces in improving the health of communities”, suggests and proves that green spaces are very important in healthy development. There are certain feel good factors that people experience while doing outdoor recreational activities. There are many positive impacts of having green spaces and some negative repercussions because of a lack thereof. Access of green spaces may influence those living in the area to exercise more frequently. Having green spaces is also linked to a better immune system, sleep, and can save money in the future for mental or physical health problems. Most people living in deprived areas so not have access to green spaces. Also the lack of green spaces can even lead to depression. The article also emphasizes the importance of allowing the community to decide what they want in their community.

The Municipal Market was founded in 1924 and now houses twenty four individual businesses. There is a wide range of items at the market from popcorn to seafood. As I walked into the Municipal Market I felt at home. There is a strong sense of community. The market allows familiarity. People who come in greet those who own their businesses as close friends or even family. I personally truly enjoy the Municipal Market. It promotes private businesses to strive. The market is very close to my dorm which allows me to buy fresh fruits and vegetables sometimes at a cheaper price. The market offers things such as a book store and a pharmacy. The books in the book store are old and reused. This is a great way to buy books at a cheaper price and have access to books that may not be available anywhere else.

The market is large and can seat many people but it was very vacant. There were about twenty customers in the market. The way the market is built may make customers shop at mainstream grocery stores. The market is not as modern as grocery stores. The way the market looks may give potential customers the idea that is not as efficient or clean as another place.  The Municipal Market allow you to meet the people who make and produce the food you are about to eat. The workers were extremely kind and were available to help me with anything I needed. The market made me happy because it was nice to see people working, doing something that they loved.

This is a photo of the Municipal Market’s ceiling. As I looked up I saw the makeup of the ceiling. It seems is sturdy to hold signs from. The ceiling does have pieces of it missing. This seemed a little dangerous because particles could fall into produce. The ceiling also represents how old the Municipal Market is. It does not have modern tiles; instead it has concrete.

As I walked into the Municipal Market I immediately saw how unaccommodating the counters were for people in wheelchairs. People who operate in wheelchairs have obstacles in their way such as the chairs under the counter. The cash register is very high up which makes the cashier reach towards the customer. Although those operating can see the menu the space is not made for those with disabilities in mind.

The Municipal Market has it’s own Pharmacy! I have never been to a market with their own pharmacy. This shows the amount of care the Market has for their neighborhood. A pharmacy can provide much needed aid to people in the community in a easy to reach area. The presence of a pharmacy in a market resembles grocery stores although it is not fancy it serves its purpose.

There are many different food options at the Municipal Market.  The Municipal Market has everything organized by the type of food. This makes it very easy for customers to come inside and buy exactly what they need. The prices for the are convenient and easily seen. There is also great lighting which makes is easier for customers to see the fruit and make them more available to buy.

This produce sign in the Municipal Market was very interesting to me. The Municipal Market  is composed of many private vendors instead of one major corporate grocery store. The phrase “BEST SERVICE IN TOWN”, is making a statement that you will get quality service and great produce from that vendor. I believe this sign is a small statement that encourages small businesses to strive. This sign also encourages people not to be afraid to shop at small shops or vendors.