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Introductions
Share stories, ideas, pictures and anything related to topics Indigenous African Architecture.
Cultural & Historical Discussions
General Discussion on African Indigenous Architecture
Talk about the big picture. Ideas, opinions, questions, and trends related to traditional architecture across the continent.
Pre-colonial African Architecture
Explore and talk about architectural practices before colonial influence - the purest form of Indigenous knowledge.
Architecture of African Kingdoms & Empires
Discuss ancient cities like Benin, Lalibela, Timbuktu, and others that showcased architectural brilliance.
Colonial Impact on Indigenous Building Practices
Unpack how colonization disrupted, erased, or transformed African architectural traditions.
Oral Histories & Storytelling Traditions
Share or document stories passed down about homes, sacred spaces, and village structures.
Rebuilding & Innovation
Rebuilding African Indigenous Architecture Today
How are people restoring or reviving old architectural practices in the 21st century?
The Future of African Architecture
Innovations, design philosophies, and emerging architects who are reshaping Africa's skyline with traditional roots.
Blending INDIGENOUS & Modern Techniques
List architecture around the world that has been heavily inspired by African Indigenous Architecture. This is to help us understand how African Indigenous knowledge has influenced and shaped architecture worldwide.
Global architecture Inspired by African building designs
Talk about the big picture. Ideas, opinions, questions, and trends related to traditional architecture across the continent.
Reviving Lost Techniques and Materials
How do we decolonize our education system so that we start recognizing our indigenous African ways of building? How do we unlearn and relearn our indigenous ways of building?
Materials, Construction & Design
Traditional Building Materials Across Africa
Explore how different regions use local materials like bamboo, stone, mud, thatch, or animal hide to build Indigenous African homes.
Traditional Building Materials Across Africa
Explore how different regions use local materials like bamboo, stone, mud, thatch, or animal hide to build Indigenous African homes.
Traditional Building Materials Across Africa
Explore how different regions use local materials like bamboo, stone, mud, thatch, or animal hide to build Indigenous African homes.
Traditional Building Materials Across Africa
Explore how different regions use local materials like bamboo, stone, mud, thatch, or animal hide to build Indigenous African homes.
Interactive & Engagement Spaces
Q&A – Ask an Expert
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Workshops, Webinars & Learning Opportunities
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Showcase Your Project, Research or Traditional Home
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Community & Professional Networking
New and Prospective Homeowners Corner
Planning to build a home inspired by African traditions? Ask questions, share progress, get help.
Professional Networking Hub
Find collaborators, hire talent, or share your portfolio.