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It's Almost That Time CPDI AFRICA Family and Friends!!! EXPO 2022 Afrocentric Architecture Excursion & Workshop is here, LIVE in ABUJA, FCT Nigeria!💯💯 Family, you know we are All About Developing African Inspired Architecture in our Built Environment! If the Architecture is Culturally and Environmentally Sustainable, then CPDIA Celebrates the Designer and the Project!💯💯 Not in West Africa this summer, No Worries!! EXPO 2023 we host our International Conference!  This CPDI Africa Workshop introduces participants to the concepts for developing new African architectural languages, inspired by the culture and technology of traditional and contemporary African societies. We harness solutions to today's built environment problems, sourced from African science and design philosophies. The workshop surveys innovations in both the African and Diaspora-built environment. Professionals and students will be introduced to the research initiatives of CPDI Africa, the Art of African A...

The Resilience Haitian resort and culture center reflect the resilience of the Haitian people and the culture of Haiti. The main architectural features that were analyzed to design the project was the lakou, or courtyard, the galri, or porche, and the jaden, or garden. These characteristics are very important when analyzing Haitian architecture. Furthermore, resilience and jaden mostly influenced the project. Kherby wanted to represent the resiliency because that’s what the Haitian people are known for. Play video below to watch the full design Presentation The thought of freedom from slavery was first proclaimed by Haitians in 1804. The jaden was an important factor in the design because, the Haitian population have hope for a better future and usually send their kids to school in other places. He wanted to take the idea of 'planting & growing' and compare to 'learning & practice'. Another element kherby wanted to portray in this structure is the use of detrime...

Anyanwu is the Sun Goddess who also is an omen for good fortune. The Anyanwu resort is located at the base of Milkin Hill in Enugu State, Nigeria. In Enugu, Milkin Hill is a point of pride for the people. The story goes that the road up Milkin Hill was carved by the ancestors with their bare hands. The folklore that is passed down says that a serpent god was staking claim on his territory and he did so by wrapping his body around the hill creating the road they use today. Play video below to watch the design Quick Animation The resort is designed to stake claim on the land. The people of Enugu don’t have many tourist attractions but The Anyanwu was designed to serve the people while giving them a place that showcases their pride in their land just like their pride in their rode. These masks were her inspiration. she appreciated their symmetry and simplicity. The floor plan and its symmetry was inspired by these masks, (particularly, the one on the right) and others like it. Play video...

A Resort is defined as a place that is frequented for holidays or recreation or for a particular purpose. A cultural center or cultural center is an organization, building or complex that promotes culture and arts. Cultural centers can be neighborhood community arts organizations, private facilities, government-sponsored, or activist-run.  Igbo culture is a rich sub-Saharan way of life peculiar to this tribe. This Resort is an Architectural translation of this way of life, to promote and immortalize it, cutting through every aspect of their ways of life. Play video below to watch the design Quick Animation. Ventilation and Lighting are responsible for Thermal/Visual Comfort in Hot Tropic Zones (usually ridden by high temperatures coupled with high humidity). Having a fantastic Air flow and movement is then as key as choosing a sustainable green material that will improve thermal comfort fit for our climate. Unity  is more represented on the  Circle  better than any...

Greetings everyone! I am Arc. Chibuzo Chinonso OHANEJE and I’m thrilled to share with you a bit about myself, my professional journey and experience during my internship at CPDI AFRICA! I was born in Umuele, a village in Amazanor Autonomous Community in Njaba L.G.A. of Imo State of NIGERIA. Taken by my parents to Cameroon at the age of 3 months I did all my schooling (from Nursery till I acquired my Baccalaureate in Mathematics and Physics in Senior Secondary in a French Schooling System), being top of almost all my classes and more than 5 times overall school best, I returned to Nigeria to continue with my undergraduate (finishing top of my class, department and faculty in FUT-Yola 2006) and Postgraduate Studies (finishing top of my class in UNIUYO 2014) in Architecture. These were crowned with my Full Registration as an ARCHITECT of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I like travels, watching movies and I am a Tech Enthusiast. A fun fact about me is the ability to work (Draw) at 100% wh...

Ti-Kay Resort is a tropical ambiance located in Labadee, Haiti on the bank of the northern coast. Ti-Kay Resort is designed with an array of openings for sunlight, surrounding vegetation, and wooden materials throughout, creating a sustainable experience for the guests. The Lobby space is used to educate guests on the concept of the resort. Additionally, there is a gift shop, bookstore, and a restaurant/bar on the ground level catering to the guests and residents. On the second floor, we have conferences and guest rooms with balconies facing the ocean. The master bedroom and gallery space are on the last floor with beautiful views and art all around.  Play video below to watch the design Quick Animation. Conceptual Statement: Neg Mawon by Albert Mangonès Neg Mawon stands strong and unafraid, as he blows the conch shell to alert the slaves that the enemies are approaching. The focus point was the connection of his mouth to the conch shell and the sound that it creates. The secondary...

Emathafeni African Cultural Villa is a resort situated in the southern region of Africa being south Africa, east cape province. it is located on the rural region of Matatlele. It is cultivated with representing the Xhosa culture and celebrates ubuntu. The African cultural resort has a cultural center that showcases the Xhosa tradition and culture to visitors. the accommodation is ideal for couples, groups and family that wants to explore the cultural architecture being expressed in different elements. Play video below to watch the design Quick Animation. CONCEPTUAL STATEMENT: The architecture of EMATHAFENI (On the Plains) Xhosa Villa Resort & Cultural center is to reflect the unfolding journey of a Xhosa women - from being a girl to a women yet incorporating it the process of clay pot making.  Women are the craft makers for clay pots; which traditionally are symbolic elements for the use of storing water, drinking umqhombothi (traditional beer) for traditional ceremonies. In mo...