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Tactile memory: a haptic architectural approach is explored as a way of revitalizing the historic lime works in Olifantsfontein through the process of making ceramic works as an exhibitionist element
(University of the Free State, 2019-10)This dissertation explores the reactions that architectural experience can elicit, specifically by means of sensory stimulation. William J Mitchell associates sensory stimulation with the recollection of memories (2005:8), ... -
The spatial act of curation: how the intersectional spatial relationship between place and artwork unlocks meaning
(University of the Free State, 2019-01)The aim of this dissertation is to investigate how meaning is unlocked through the intersectional relationship between space and artwork. By the use of specific curatorial techniques, an architect’s understanding of ... -
A performing arts centre: re-adapting the iconic Luxurama Theatre in Wynberg, Cape Town
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)The deprived Coloured community of Eastern Wynberg, Cape Town, is in dire need of communal and recreational facilities, as well as post-matric education facilities for the youth of the community; who cannot afford to attend ... -
Sport performance centre: exploring urban rituals and patterns together with the edge condition as design tool
(University of the Free State, 2015-09)This dissertation sets out to investigate architecture as a host for physical performance, the importance of integrating separated urban environments and the activation patterns of a fl uctuating, inanimate sport complex. ... -
Bird preservation, research & visitors centre
(University of the Free State, 2016)This design dissertation investigates the proposal of a Bird Preservation, Research and Visitors’ Centre on Malgas Island in Saldanha Bay. The aim of the project is to assist the South African National Parks Board within ... -
Narrating an urban adventure: Montessori pre-school and day-care centre, Kingspark Zoo redevelopment
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)This thesis addresses the rejuvenation of a large part of the inner city. The design is motivated by the circumstances of the current urban landscape which fails to provide adequate play spaces for children. Karsten (2005 ... -
Transport (BRT) interchange_Bloemfontein: urban acupuncture exploration
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)The objective of this thesis is to produce a transport interchange as an urban intervention connecting different modes of transport consisting of a BRT station, the BRT control Centre, market spaces, a public square and ... -
A cosmopolitan dialect
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)It is estimated that, if nothing is done, half of 6000 plus languages spoken today will disappear by the end of this century (Unesco, 2009:online). With the disappearance of unwritten and undocumented languages, humanity ... -
The poetics of architecture: a house of culture for the Khomani San
(University of the Free State, 2006)The Poetics of Architecture serves as a theoretical basis in an attempt to understand and interpret the poetic qualities of san life in a contemporary investigation of an ancient culture- a society oscillating between ... -
Urban design laboratory inner-city Bloemfontein, Free State
(University of the Free State, 2016-10)The proposed project takes the form of an inner city Design Laboratory situated between Fichardt and Oos Burger Street in the CBD of Bloemfontein. The aim of this project is to establish a centralised workshop in the inner ... -
A social entertainment complex, car wash- and repair shop and day care centre in Central City Bloemfontein
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)A vibrant characteristic is present in the city of Bloemfontein which is often misunderstood and arguably misplaced in the process of urban formalisation. The rational city grid and subsequent ordered teachings have laid ... -
Freedom of Expression Forum: principles of protest reinterpreted as place
(University of the Free State, 2015-09)The focus of this dissertation stems from the interest of objectifying a non-architectural contemporary problem in South Africa by means of symbolic representation, so that the conceived may become the perceived. This ... -
A journey from the centre of the earth: a National Geothermal Research and Educational Centre, Village Main, Johannesburg
(University of the Free State, 2014-09)This thesis aims to answer the following question: “How can development be seen as true progress if something is damaged in the process?” But in order to do so, the following questions must also be answered: • What is ... -
Raptured: a burial complex for the evacuees of Pripyat
(University of the Free State, 2013-10)The paranormal nature of a rapture has been the catalyst of mysterious ideas and speculations for ages. Often forgotten is the psychological trauma that such an event will impose upon a community and also a landscape. This ... -
A paradox of poisonous beauty: water desalination plant and urban wetland on Main Reef Road Johannesburg
(University of the Free State, 2011)The past decade has been witness to a resurgence of interest in ecologically sustainable thinking about the design and management of reclaimed, post-industrial landscapes. As a result, landscapes that were not previously ... -
A design study for a centre for rural development and social upliftment
(University of the Free State, 2010)Project background: The design is a centre for rural development to incorporate the different sectors of the community in Carnarvon in the Northern Cape, specifically focusing on the poorer areas. The complex has three ... -
A critical interpretation of the temporal impact of landscape, space and power on the built environment of Church Square, Pretoria
(University of the Free State, 2018)This thesis critically interprets the temporal impact of landscape, space and power on the built environment of Church Square, Pretoria. It proposes to reveal, through critical analysis and comparison, the powers behind ... -
Exposing the machinge: sea water research and purifying plant for the City of Cape Town on East Pier, within the Victoria & Albert Waterfront
(University of the Free State, 2018-06)“The past decade has been witness to a resurgence of interest in ecologically sustainable thinking about the design and management of reclaimed, post-industrial landscapes” (Berger, 2008: 25). This dissertation investigates ... -
Architecture on paper: a study on the significance of imaginary architectural space
(University of the Free State, 1998-11)Abstract not available -
Workplace planning and design standards in South Africa: office planning and evaluation standards for South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2008-10)English: The importance of workplace environmental conditions in improving and sustaining the productivity of end-users in offices was recognised. Developments in offices to support diversity in work style and work processes ...
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