Introduction

The fifth chapter identifies a probable client and organisation that may be engaged with the property and its architectural elements. Drawing on the theories and examples of practice researched and described in Chapters 3 and 4, a proposed project brief and architectural programme are addressed in this chapter as a means of intervention and generation. An overview of the accommodation list to guide the

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FIVE CLIENT AND PROGRAM

design process is provided. Chapter 5 concludes with a description of why a community crafts programme that focuses on ceramics is is considered an appropriate cultural intervention. The community crafts centre is based on the theories outlined in Chapter 3 and is derived from the historical strata of the site as described in Chapter 2.

5.1 CLIENT 5.2 PROGRAMME

5.2.1 Brief

5.2.2 Community crafts 5.2.3 Accommodation list 5.2.4 Conclusion: Why a community crafts centre?

5.3 CERAMICS AND CLAY

5.3.1 Introduction to ceramic materiality in Africa

5.3.2 Ceramic Processes 5.3.3 Process flow