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Exhibiting architecture, design & art that promotes the african culture.

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Japanese architect and advocate Riken Yamamoto @RikenYamamoto has been selected as the 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize Laureate 🎖️ #pritzkerarchitectureprize https://t.co/JcnSHRPYRd

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The Stone Town

📍 Zanzibar, Tanzania, with its labyrinthine streets and coral-built houses.
Swahili coastal buildings in Tanzania showcase a blend of Arab, Persian, and Indian influences. Known for intricate wooden carvings, coral stone structures, and distinctive carved doors,

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Dogon Cliff Dwellings

📍 Mali.

Perched along the Bandiagara Escarpment, these ancient dwellings blend with the natural landscape. The Dogon people's intricate mud-brick structures and granaries showcase a harmonious integration of architecture and environment, making this site

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The house serves as both a museum and a residence, showcasing an impressive collection of African art and artifacts, contributing to the rich cultural landscape of the region.
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The African Heritage House

📍Nairobi, Kenya.

Designed by architect Alan Donovan. This is a stunning example of blending art and architecture. This iconic structure features a fusion of traditional African elements with modern design, creating a visually striking environment.

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Interior Space: Inside, the silos were carved out to create a cavernous interior. The use of d existing tubes results in unconventional exhibition spaces, each with its own character. The central atrium provides a dramatic sense of scale n allows natural light to filter through.

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Key details include:

Repurposed Silo Structure: The museum's exterior is a striking reimagining of industrial silos, transformed into a cylindrical shape with a honeycomb pattern. The design is not only visually captivating but also pays homage to the site's industrial heritage.

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Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA)

📍Cape Town, South Africa.

Converted from historic grain silos at the V&A Waterfront, designed by renowned architect Thomas Heatherwick.

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The Great Mosque of Djenne

📍 Mali

Recognized as the largest mud-brick building in the world, this mosque is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its unique architectural features include large torons (wooden beams) projecting from the facade and palm wood sticks jutting out,

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Great Zimbabwe Ruins

📍 Zimbabwe.

This historical architectural landmark, built between the 11th and 15th centuries, served as the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe. Comprising stone structures without mortar, the site reflects advanced engineering and artistic skill.

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Let's highlight Francis Kéré, a prominent African architect. Born in Burkina Faso, Kéré is known for his sustainable and community-focused designs. His notable projects include the Lycée Schorge secondary school, Gando Primary School, and the Serpentine Pavilion

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NIGERIAN NATIONAL MOSQUE

📍 Abuja, Nigeria.

The mosque is located on Independence Avenue, opposite the National Christian Centre. Alongside a library and conference room, the complex features a conference centre accommodating up to six hundred people. Residential

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clocktower. In 1963, the Legislative Council was succeeded by the National Assembly.

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The construction utilizes fast-setting gypsum mortar and locally sourced materials, ensuring low environmental impact.

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MAPUNGUBWE INTERPRETATION CENTRE

📍Limpopo, South Africa.

The Centre draws inspiration from motifs at Mapungubwe Hill, a World Heritage site. It features ten free-form vaults, the largest spanning 14.5 meters, arranged in a triangular layout with ramped walkways.

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LEKKI CONSERVATION CENTER.

📍Lagos, Nigeria.
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The center serves as a prominent symbol of biodiversity conservation and environmental education.

It was constructed as a protected sanctuary to preserve the diverse flora and fauna of the Lekki Peninsula.

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LEKKI CONSERVATION CENTER.

📍Lagos, Nigeria.
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The center serves as a prominent symbol of biodiversity conservation and environmental education.

It was constructed as a protected sanctuary to preserve the diverse flora and fauna of the Lekki Peninsula.

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International Convention Center.

📍 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

the ICC Durban stands as a significant events venue.
this expansive facility, inaugurated by Nelson Mandela in 1997, marked a historic milestone as South Africa's first International Convention Centre.

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THE AFRICAN RENAISSANCE MONUMENT

📍Collines des Mamelles near Dakar, Senegal,
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The Monument stands at a height of 52 m (171 ft). Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this bronze statue was conceived by Senegalese Architect Pierre Goudiaby Atepa,

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The Independence Arch

📍Accra, Ghana.
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