Browsing Architecture by Supervisor "Osman, Amira"

Browsing Architecture by Supervisor "Osman, Amira"

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  • African Dialogue Centre 
    Khuzwayo, Phumlani Lindelani (University of Pretoria, 2009-04-20)
    A place where all the different African Nations and the different African embassies can meet to learn about each other. The facilities provided in the complex are to aid in the development Of africa as a continent. ...
  • An approach to sustainable, energy efficient design for low-cost housing in Botswana 
    Sianga, Busisiwe Elizabeth (University of Pretoria, 2008-09-22)
    The study was premised by the apparent lack of sustainability and poor quality of low cost housing of Botswana. The overall aim of the study was to investigate the possibility of integration of sustainability and resource ...
  • Beyond function: Pretoria station interchange and civic space 
    Tshombe, Mbasa Xolisa (University of Pretoria, 2007-04-12)
    South Africa is faced with a situation where-by the general public has a negative perception of public transport. It is a fact that generally the lower income employees use public transport to get to work and back, whether ...
  • Boundaries in the urban context - phenomenal vs literal transparency : inter institutional and disciplinary research facility at the University square, Hatfield 
    Nzuza, Nompumelelo (University of Pretoria, 2009-05-04)
    The integration of the University of Pretoria into its context has become a critical consideration, if the City of Tshwane Development framework 2010 endeavor to further develop the Hatfield district area as one of the ...
  • Centre for youth sub cultural expression 
    Asare-Bediako, Godwin A (University of Pretoria, 2007-07-10)
    The building for the centre for youth sub cultural expression focuses on the idea of resistance as form giver in architecture. Resistance [a notion to dislike of or opposition to a plan, an idea] refusal to obey. The aim ...
  • The diary of Hammanskraal : open space : free - mind 
    Molobe, Absalom Mosabeni (University of Pretoria, 2009-04-30)
    The significance of open space in addressing the socio-economic and historical content of townships (former homelands) specifically in Hammanskraal.
  • The language of space - a housing support strategy in Mamelodi 
    Moller, Hendrik Jacobus (University of Pretoria, 2009-04-24)
    Of those who need housing in South Africa, almost 69% earn less than R1500 a month that make the housing process a difficult and unaffordable task. These potential dwellers could be regarded as a vulnerable section of the ...
  • Marabastad Trader's Centre for Arts 
    Adams, Carl (University of Pretoria, 2010-05-03)
    The branding and logo designed by the author represents quality, sustainability, community spirit and pride. It is a symbol the author envisions as being part of the restoration and rehabilitation of the vibrant Marabastad ...
  • "Marabi culture" a catalyst in facilitating identity 
    Muyaka, Kuziva Pride (University of Pretoria, 2010-07-16)
    South African cities reflect Apartheid policies of spatial segregation. They exhibit cases of sprawl, fragmentation and isolation, leading to partial thresholds and inefficiencies in social equity. The city of Tshwane is ...
  • A model to address marginality of the architectural profession in the South African discourse on informal settlement upgrade 
    Combrinck, Carin (University of Pretoria, 2015)
    Informal urbanism is regarded as a global concern challenging formal systems of governance, economy and social justice. The architectural profession is largely considered to be marginal to this discourse, with recognised ...
  • Network : depolarize the city - a media centre 
    Van der Merwe, E.L. (Elizabeth Louisa) (University of Pretoria, 2008-08-12)
    The project is aimed at the depolarization of the polar community of the Metropolitian of Tshwane. This is done through creating a network by means of a media centre. This project is also to adress the transition phase, ...
  • Retreat : a community based hotel in the highlands of Lesotho 
    Senaoana, Tumo Solomon (University of Pretoria, 2010-07-16)
    A critically rationalist approach to ever changing environments, the scheme questions current policies that negatively affect locals with regards to a dam development in a remote area of Lesotho. In so, it proposes a ...
  • The role of inclusionary housing policy in transforming South African cities 
    Verster, Alet (2009-03-26)
    South Africa’s urban landscape still suffers from the spatial legacy of Apartheid. Many problems need to be addressed in order to reshape our cities. Unemployment, rapid urbanisation and an expanding population are problems ...
  • Urban agriculture - a community development project 
    Orton, Jacques (University of Pretoria, 2010-02-05)
    NDLTD Innovative Learning through ETDs Award 2010. This dissertation attempts to provide a platform where the local residents can be educated, empowered and given the oppertunity to earn an income. This platform develops ...