Abstract
M.Tech. (Architectural Technology)
This thesis is an attempt at changing the urban visions of the inner-city of Johannesburg, in particular Marshalltown. Through the generation of a new urban network/ transport orientated development (T.O.D) within the inner-city , the underlying aim of this thesis is to enhance the inner-city of Johannesburg and to promote a more sustainable way of life for it's current and future residents . Essentially, this thesis is an urban regeneration project which re-appropriates existing building stock within the inner city, in hope of promoting Marshalltown as a vibrant, safe , liveable, dynamic and sustainable environment .
This thesis favours the compact city approach, which promotes high density , mixed use development, public transport and
community living. The proposed architectural intervention for this thesis deals with the appropriation of an existing auto and general shop
situated on Anderson street , Marshalltown, and converts it into a mixed-use building which aims to improve and enhance the
quality of life with in the precinct .