Essays about: "Port Elizabeth"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words Port Elizabeth.

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

3. 2. Kvillepiren purifying park : exploring phytotechnology in site-specific landscape design

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Laura-Kristine M. G. Bergman; [2019]
   Keywords : Phytotechnology; Phytoremediation; Kvillepiren; Frihamnen; Jubileumsparken; Jubilee park; Harbour development; Purifying Park; Sustainable aesthetics; Site-specific;

   Abstract : In this master’s thesis I examine how phytotechnology can be used in a site-specifi c design at Kvillepiren. The pier was built in the river Göta Älv, to be one of Gothenburg’s ports. Today, the harbours have moved and the area where the Kvillepiren is part of a major urban development project. READ MORE

4. 3. A comparison in substance use among learners in four schools in Port Elizabeth, South Africa – T.A.D.A vs. non-T.A.D.A.

   University essay from Institutionen för socialt arbete

   Author : Sofie Nord; Frida Mattebo; [2010]
   Keywords : Drugs; Abuse; T.A.D.A program; Prevention; Adolescents; South Africa;

   Abstract : Research conducted in USA says that drug prevention is a successful method against chemical dependency and should be a part of the curriculum in all schools. The need for evidence based methods is increasing. Little research has been done on the subject in South Africa and other third world countries, hence the need for this research. READ MORE

5. 4. Korsten Town Local Economic Development in the Public Space

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för planering och mediedesign

   Author : Erik Telldén; [2010]
   Keywords : informell handel; offentliga rummet; Korsten; Port Elizabeth; Sydafrika; south africa; public space; informal trading; Bus rapid transit; local economic development; mfs;

   Abstract : My project takes place in Korsten four kilometers north of central Port Elizabeth. Korsten is today known as the industrial center of the city and provides job opportunities throughout the whole region. READ MORE

6. 5. Township Upgrading of Helenvale, Port Elizabeth, South Africa

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för teknokultur, humaniora och samhällsbyggnad

   Author : Emely Lundahl; Nina Södergren; [2008]
   Keywords : MFS; township; public space; south africa; housing; densification; accessibility; integration; affordable housing;

   Abstract : The overall aim of our study in South Africa has been to make proposals about the future land use of Helenvale, a degraded township north of Port Elizabeth. The intention has been to create a dense housing area with high accessibility and well functioning public facilities and public transport. READ MORE