Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program

We empower families to overcome economic and social challenges while providing education and real-world opportunity for students. #UbuntuASAP #ArchitectureHeals

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

@ZFMKcreative Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

Last year we hit a few road bumps on our quest to fulfill our goals. To better serve future students, supporters, and our families, our team is taking a pause to better plan, organize and come back stronger in 2023. Stay tuned...
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#UbuntuASAP #ourfuture #better #faster #stronger

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

@eightsixtystud1 We would love any additional partners and support. 🙏🏻

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

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𝗡 𝗚 𝗖 𝗢 𝗕 𝗢 .. 𝗛 𝗢 𝗠 𝗘
Team 1: Nurturing Methods.
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The design of the #NgcoboFamily House aims to create a functional, sustainable, and above all nurturing home with a central living space that serves as a buffer between private and public spaces.

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

We are the ones we have been waiting for, for the change that we seek.

#UbuntuASAP #Ubuntu #Change #TogetherWeCan #ArchitectureHeals #BeTheChange #MakeYourMark

[Zachary Kunstman @zachkunstk]

Together we may uplift others through design and providing generational wealth through homeownership. Vote for your favorite team today at https://t.co/VTFRRU0eRz!

#UbuntuASAP #GenerationalWealth #HomeOwnership #BuildingBetter #HousingCrisis #DesignSolutions

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

Rebecca Dejenie is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Architecture at the @theBACBoston. She was part of the second #Ubuntu project and first #UbuntuASAP project which helped design and build a home for the #NgcoboFamily in #Durban, #SouthAfrica.
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#ArchitectureHeals #NgcoboHome

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

“I am grateful that I was part of the #designing and #learning process, because this is the type of #architecture that matters to me. [...] We all brought different perspectives and it allowed us to learn from each other.” — Rebecca Dejenie (@becca_dejenie)
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#UbuntuASAP #Ubuntu

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

#Fundraising is the hardest part of #nonprofit work. Next week we will be starting fundraising with our students to to build the #NgcoboHome. Our work is only possible because of people like you; make their #dream a reality by giving today!
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#GIVEtoday >>https://t.co/ed97mHP2gq

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

If you were given 250,000 USD what would you do with it?
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Would you pay off your autocar? Would you buy something for your friends? Or would you invest in improving other people's lives by making ripples in a community?
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#UbuntuASAP #ArchitectureHeals #ListentoBuild #GiveBack

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

Through the construction processes, we believe in including #localmaterials and local skilled individuals to work in unison to help build a #home that will restore dignity and financial stability for the #Ngcobo’s.
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𝗩𝗢𝗧𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 >> https://t.co/87SpCTdHEG

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

𝗡 𝗚 𝗖 𝗢 𝗕 𝗢 .. 𝗛 𝗢 𝗠 𝗘
Team 2: Restoring Home.
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The design approach focuses on restoring pride around the family home. A modern home designed to not only meet the family’s needs but allows for future expansion.
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#UbuntuASAP #NgcoboHome #SouthAfrica #DesignBuild #Vote

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

I just uploaded “DESIGNING FOR SPATIAL JUSTICE WITH WANDILE MTHIYANE” to #Vimeo: https://t.co/lGjtrhEool

[Wandile Mthiyane @wandileubuntu]

The activism, brilliant ideas and tangible solutions coming out of UbuntuASAP participants from around the world is what gives me hope of a more equitable future for affordable housing. It’s time for activist architects. Thank you @UbuntuASAP 🙌🏽 #DesignJustice

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

Over the past two weeks, the #Ngcobo family has been meeting with Ubuntu's leadership to walk through each design concept to determine which most closely aligns with their needs and future plans. At the end of this month to find out which concept will be built next spring.

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

The Mtshali family was able to review all of the student's work to determine their best fit which was built with the orange walls shown behind them in the picture.
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#UbuntuASAP #SocialImpact #ArchitectureHeals #ListentoBuild #EquityinDesign #Durban #SouthAfrica

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

The extended deadline is quickly approaching! Don't forget to submit your design today!

#UbuntuASAP #SocialImpact #ArchitectureStudents

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

There is still time! #DeadlineExtended!
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We understand that sometimes we don’t realize how much time it will take to design a concept we are happy with. To provide you with more time the deadline has been extended.
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#UbuntuASAP #SocialImpact #ArchitectureStudents

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

Register for the Ngcobo Family Home Competition and Class today! Registration is open now through 20 APRIL 2021.

DOWNLOAD BRIEF: https://t.co/FVjDkZkmwZ

#UbuntuASAP #SocialImpact #ArchitectureSchool #BuildCommunity #Equity #SouthAfrica #Apartheid #Ngcobo...

[Ubuntu Architecture Study Abroad Program @UbuntuASAP]

@ricardonotricky There is always time to get back into it. Buy a sketch book and go for a walk. Little by little, like riding a bike, you will get it back.