Traditional African House Designs

Traditional African House Designs African architects mostly built conical houses enclosed with stone barriers Modern buildings such as the Kingdom Hotel Complex Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and Harare International Airport showcase some aspects of African architecture

Traditional Indigenous Homes From the arid Sahara to the lush rainforests traditional homes vary widely The choice of materials is often environmentally practical In West Africa mud bricks are common These homes maintain a cool interior essential in hot climates The traditional house plans and designs in Africa often vary from one region to another Most modern types are simple with sloppy roofs a living room and dining area a verandah a storeroom bathrooms and multiple bedrooms

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Here are 54 examples of African architecture one for every country that prove just how widely underrated it has been 1 Clay Palace of Gharda a Algeria Photo Sun Shine Shutterstock Deep in the Algerian Sahara is the M zab Valley a desert oasis housing a pentapolis of ancient fortified cities These are the top 7 African house design trends for modern African style houses The also include traditional African house designs

Traditional African houses showcase a remarkable variety of styles each reflecting the specific needs and cultural values of the community Materials like mud thatch timber and stone are often locally sourced demonstrating a sustainable approach to building North Africa uses stone and rammed earth Africa s forests use dry and mortar West Africa uses mud Central Africa uses plant wood and perishable materials South Africa uses stone thatch wood These houses are named Somba or Tammari built in the shape of mushroom it s so low

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From the iconic round huts of the Maasai to the contemporary villas of Cape Town African architecture reflects the continent s diverse landscapes climates and cultural traditions Traditional African homes are renowned for their harmonious blend of form and function African style traditional houses are generally designed with single story floor plans with sufficient space for all members of the family Three bedroom plans and four bedroom plans are available in traditional house designs

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