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A placemaking consulting firm working to revitalise urban public spaces and so stimulate surrounding economic development.

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Transport in South African Cities

Transport in South African Cities

In most South African cities, the motor car is king, and congested traffic and long commutes to work are the norm. In Johannesburg though, the Gautrain has been a gamechanger for surrounding areas – increasing accessibility to public transport and

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Investors Value The Space In-Between Buildings

Investors Value The Space In-Between Buildings

“There is an argument to be made, that you can, to some extent, control land values if you control a larger area,” says Martin Kearns, Development Executive at the V&A Waterfront. In 2011, Growthpoint and the Public Investment Corporation together bought the

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Red Sky At Night, Urban Economists’ Delight

Red Sky At Night, Urban Economists’ Delight

Catalysing vibrant night-time economy should be a key goal for any city that wants to benefit from the changes brought by the fourth industrial revolution, says property economist François Viruly. This new era is becoming known by economic opportunities geared

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Email: alan@placesplus.co.za

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57 Garfield Road
Claremont
7708
Cape Town

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Current focus areas

We are currently busy with projects in Cape Town’s CBD and Foreshore area, the Atlantic Seaboard, Bellville and elsewhere.

Why Places Plus works

We enable people to take ownership of public spaces so that everyone can use and enjoy them. We do this by working alongside all concerned parties and often design, facilitate and operate a local area-based partnership as a result.  Our

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