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1. 1. Rolihlahla Village: Bottom-up process for the rehabilitation of human settlements in Port Elizabeth, South Africa

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Jean Pierre Araujo Linhares; [2020]
   Keywords : urban design; sustainability; human settlements; design; architecture; rehabilitation; South Africa; vulnerability; Arts and Architecture;

   Abstract : Are our cities prepared for the growing and rapid urbanization expected for the coming years? How do the new social, economic and environmental challenges affect the urban context, specifically informal settlements? How can we rethink sustainable urban design in vulnerable areas? To tackle these questions, this study will have a closer look at Port Elizabeth, a coastal city in South Africa, to understand its relevance and challenges. By landing at a specific informal Project Summary settlement, this degree project will reflect on how collaboration is a crucial element for urban design and how it is essential when working with complex communities. READ MORE