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Housing and Economy in McGregor, South Africa

Oct 10, 2007 in Historic Preservation, McGregor, Slums, South Africa, Urban Development

How can a picturesque South African village still deeply divided by the legacy of apartheid accomodate much-needed government housing without ruining their tourist economy? How can the town create economic integration to lift their citizens out of poverty? While I’ve written extensively on other aspects of my month-long trip to South Africa last summer, up till now I have not reported on the planning project we tackled. Read on for the answers we found.

South Africa Trip Photos

Jun 17, 2007 in Cape Town, McGregor, Photos, South Africa, Travel

So far, my trip to South Africa is going great. I won’t have the opportunity to write much here until after I return in July, but I thought I would share a few highlight photos.
Our studio class is examining housing and economic issues in a small town about two hours from Cape Town called McGregor. […]