Reggae Muse

Obtain property (USD 500,000), complete site works and refurbish existing structure (USD 250,000). In addition, prepare land for alternative farming methods. Set up webpage for recruiting artists on a global level. The 21 acres is primarily wetlands, sandy soil and the objective is to create a viable and resilient development. Employ staff (5#) for basic operations! 

Born in NYC to Jamaican parents, educated in Jamaica and trained as an architect in NYC, a CUNY Alumni, School of Architecture.  Studies in art in St Ives, Cornwall England. Envisioned is to create in a community located between 2 crime ridden towns a place to be creative with the hope of inspiring and motivating the youth to stay away from crime! The proposed site is in my late mother's hometown, and would like to contribute to her childhood district. The concept hinges on creativity and innovation by all involved. 

The major problem in this community is a lack of education, especially in the arts. Once a gentleman said he would've studied architecture, if only he had someone to guide him from an early age. To create a place where people of the community can nurture their talents and channel their talents in a more positive direction. Take the youth off the streets. In addition the plan is creating an example for developers in sustainable development. To design in context

To offer a lifestyle education in the arts, including architecture, and elevate a rural community. Artists across the globe interfacing with a post colonial community is with intent to break down certain barriers and create fresh relationships. The building workshop is to invent and modernize traditional methods of construction, building with clay and bamboo. Jamaica needs to explore the old time wattle and daub in a modern context. We're looking at innovative technology with basic materials, already familiar to the rural community, it is just to develop skills in use.

Effective development is vital to the future of Jamaica's economy. There are trends in modern Technology that allows good solid projects to develop accordingly, to suit a rural community. Solar is the first choice, there is a small coast to the site and this frontage will address marine life and how best to nurture the Caribbean Sea.