PRECINCT ENGINEERING
“The essence of design will always be about people and how they live”.
– Albert Hadley
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The Sophron approach to precinct development is rooted in uncovering and articulating the value, potential and importance of underdeveloped precincts to both public and private stakeholders with the goal of driving highly-collaborative improvement projects and developments that profoundly serve communities.
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Our goal is to implement innovative place-based strategies that serve as the foundation for the cities of tomorrow.
PRECINCT ENGINEERING
STAKEHOLDER LIAISON
Successful precincts are the result of strong public-private partnerships and collaborations wherein the key stakeholder's jointly-determine the vision for the precinct. ​ We facilitate the formation of dynamic associations that are geared to drive a community-centred vision for success within their precinct's micro-economy. Subsequent to this, we co-ordinate and manage high-impact strategic partnerships that will lead to increased foot-traffic, property development, infrastructural improvement and sustainable precinct development.
PRECINCT DEVELOPMENT
Unlike public spaces, private property owners are able to come together and approach precinct development in alignment with their long-term property strategies and interests. ​ Our precinct development projects are aligned to global best-practice and handled by a multi-disciplinary team. Greening Safety & Security Programs & Campaigns Branding & Precinct Identity Development Tenant & Property Management Enterprise Development Visual Change Events & Activations Future City Innovation Projects
TOURISM ACCELERATION
Tourism accounts for a significant portion of South Africa's GDP and as such, we are passionate about ensuring that this valuable driver of economic growth is adequately capitalised upon. ​ Tourism projects make up a large part of our business, and we pride ourselves on having worked on many key national projects. Local Tourism Office Optimisation Tourism Development Strategies Town Revitalisation & Tourism Acceleration Programs Branding & Marketing Real Estate Project Management Hospitality Advisory
PRECINCT IDENTITY
ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEV.
Establishing a clear identity for a precinct allows for the organic assemblage of businesses, local foot-traffic, tourists and community that are connected through a common goal, focus or interest. A defined brand allows for the apt, clear and effective communication of a precinct's unique competitive advantage and value proposition to it's key target market. Historical Assessment Community & Stakeholder Engagement Brand Development Integrated Marketing & PR Program
The relevance and reputation of the experience, hospitality and accommodation venues within a precinct are the primary determinants of its success. We streamline, fine-tune and when necessary, entirely redevelop these entities through an end-to-end management consulting program: Commercial Analysis & Revenue Expansion Human Resources & Training Experience Redesign Product Audit & Redesign Operational Optimisation Competitive Strategy Business Model Innovation
The development of successful, well-defined precincts improves the coordination and return of both public and private sector investments leading to enhanced socio-economic outcomes. Our socio-economic precinct development goals include: ​ Improved Amenities & Infrastructure Job Creation Increased Economic Opportunity Increased Resilience to Economic Downturns Long-Term, High-Quality Tenanting Stronger Industry Clusters Increased Public/Private Investment Establishment of Green Spaces Pedestrianisation (Reducing Emissions)