Re-Burbia
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2010-07-12T07:22:55Z
Authors
Cavanagh, Kirstin
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Abstract
This thesis is an exploration of suburbia, its past, present
and future. It presents an overview of the evolution
of this distinct form of human settlement, as well as
the opinions and proposals of various international
stakeholders and role players with regards to suburban
development.
A major focus is placed on the public and communal
features within this context, which if carefully considered
and improved, have the ability to act as a catalyst for
the enhancement of community life and the inclusion
of a wider range of people within this daily activity.
An understanding of the subtle and delicate fabric of
suburbia and the attitudes and values of its inhabitants
is crucial to interpreting the future possibilities of these
areas as a positive contributor to humanity.
The suburb of Craighall Park in Johannesburg was
chosen as the specific area of consideration and
investigation for this thesis. As an older established
suburb with large extents of public space, it possesses
attributes with the possibility of being integrated to
form a successful multi-use hub of activity