The revitalisation of inner cities through arts and cultural precincts : a case for Durban.
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2011
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Abstract
Most cities are faced with the issue of decline that often causes
segregation between people and places within its walls. Often, the
problem lies in the condition of these cities. Cities are no longer bustling,
active places that attract people and encourage lingering within, but
rather have become places that are unhealthy and feel unsafe
(Ravenscroft, 2000; 2534: Oc and Tiesdell, 1997; 5). In some cases,
fragmentation takes place, which encourages clustering and segregation
between race groups, economic groups and even age groups. The city is
no longer a place for everyone within its footprint, but rather a collection of
fragments which further divide areas into mono-functional or single
demographic zones.
The purpose of this dissertation is to investigate the issues around the topic
of decline and to gain understanding of the governing factors that
contribute to the decline of cities. By understanding the causes of decline,
one can further derive conclusions as to how these cities can be revitalised
into places that are liveable, healthy environments that encourage activity
and occupation. Further issues to be investigated are the creation of
‘Place’ within the city, as well as the methods on how existing boundaries
can be bridged to create a more interconnected and integrated city. The current boundaries that exist within the city include physical boundaries
(such as unoccupied and decaying buildings, vacant land, highways and
roads), social boundaries (between various races, ages, backgrounds and
religions) and economic boundaries.
The idea of using Arts and Culture as method of revitalisation and
integration will be explored for the purpose of this dissertation.
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Thesis (M.Arch.)-University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, 2011.
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City planning--KwaZulu-Natal., Cities and towns--Growth., Architecture--KwaZulu-Natal--Designs and plans., Theses--Architecture.