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Gallery of The Pervasive Influence of Swahili Architecture - 15 Modern Moroccan Architecture, Lamu House, Swahili Design, Swahili House, Swahili Architecture, Swahili Coast, African Vacation, Modern Moroccan Style, African Interior Design

Modern Moroccan Architecture

Swahili Architecture

African Vacation

Modern Moroccan Style

African Interior Design

Gallery of The Pervasive Influence of Swahili Architecture - 15

Image 15 of 17 from gallery of The Pervasive Influence of Swahili Architecture. Photograph by Alberto Heras

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swahili architecture, kenya. Lamu House, Swahili House, Lamu Island, Lamu Kenya, Interior Balcony, African Architecture, Asian Architecture, Traditional Houses, Brick Architecture

Interior Balcony

African Architecture

Asian Architecture

Traditional Houses

Brick Architecture

Lamu House

swahili architecture, kenya.

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Swahili Chic, Swahili Architecture, Swahili Coast, Security Screen Doors, Interior Doors Modern, Lamu Kenya, Mediterranean Interior, Doors Modern, Security Screen

Swahili Architecture

Security Screen Doors

Interior Doors Modern

Mediterranean Interior

Security Screen

Swahili Chic

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Guy Says African Architecture Isn't Showcased Compared To European And Asian, Posts 44 Of Its Gorgeous Examples Swahili Architecture, African Architecture, African House, Stone City, Cradle Of Civilization, City Photos, Egyptian Pyramids, Architectural Styles, Traditional Building

Swahili Architecture

African Architecture

Cradle Of Civilization

Egyptian Pyramids

Architectural Styles

Traditional Building

Guy Says African Architecture Isn't Showcased Compared To European And Asian, Posts 44 Of Its Gorgeous Examples

The glories of African architecture are often shamefully overlooked. Sadly, this is a symptom of a larger problem overall, where the rich diversity and culture of the African continent is largely glossed over in international media. Most reporting from the continent focuses only on issues that reinforce negative stereotypes – those of poverty, disease and war.

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Urko Sanchez, Lamu Kenya, House Elements, Rammed Earth Wall, Earthship Home, Mud House, Maputo, Earthship, Environmental Design

Rammed Earth Wall

Environmental Design

Swahili Dreams Apartments / Urko Sanchez Architects

Completed in 2014 in Lamu, Kenya. Images by Javier Callejas. Swahili Dreams is a luxurious, eco-friendly building fusing contemporary architecture, lifestyle, and Swahili tradition. Taking the scheme of...

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Wind Catcher Architecture, Swahili Architecture, Federal Architecture, Eastern Architecture, Architecture 101, South African Homes, Nigerian Culture, African Architecture, Moorish Architecture

Wind Catcher Architecture

Swahili Architecture

Federal Architecture

Eastern Architecture

Architecture 101

South African Homes

Nigerian Culture

African Architecture

Moorish Architecture

Igbo Excellence on Twitter

“I noticed African Architecture isn’t really showcased compared to Asian, European, Middle Eastern and Indian. So here is a thread of African Architectural styles. Starting with Nubian”

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Many Many, Door Design, Glamping, Doors, Carving, House Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Building

Interior Design

Swahili Doors

Lamu has an old tradition of carving beautiful Swahili style doors. There were many many examples on the town streets.

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Mini Pool Ideas, Lamu Kenya, Earth Bag Homes, Concrete Effect Paint, Mini Pool, Cob House, Small City, Urban Oasis, Dream Apartment

Mini Pool Ideas

Earth Bag Homes

Concrete Effect Paint

Dream Apartment

Swahili Dreams Apartments / Urko Sanchez Architects

Completed in 2014 in Lamu, Kenya. Images by Javier Callejas. Swahili Dreams is a luxurious, eco-friendly building fusing contemporary architecture, lifestyle, and Swahili tradition. Taking the scheme of...

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Guy Says African Architecture Isn't Showcased Compared To European And Asian, Posts 44 Of Its Gorgeous Examples Swahili House, Swahili Architecture, Architecture Styles, African Architecture, African House, Stone City, Traditional Building, Countryside House, Pyramids Of Giza

Swahili Architecture

Architecture Styles

African Architecture

Traditional Building

Countryside House

Pyramids Of Giza

Guy Says African Architecture Isn't Showcased Compared To European And Asian, Posts 44 Of Its Gorgeous Examples

The glories of African architecture are often shamefully overlooked. Sadly, this is a symptom of a larger problem overall, where the rich diversity and culture of the African continent is largely glossed over in international media. Most reporting from the continent focuses only on issues that reinforce negative stereotypes – those of poverty, disease and war.

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Breezy coastal vibes meet Swahili elegance in this Shanzu, Kenya gem. With intricate archways, traditional wood carvings, and vibrant mosaic tiles, this space beautifully blends local culture with the ease of seaside living. The open design invites the ocean air in, making every meal feel like a serene escape. 🌊🌴 #SwahiliArchitecture #CoastalKenya #SeasideSerenity #ShanzuLife #KenyanCulture Swahili House, Swahili Architecture, Caribbean Architecture, Seaside Living, Ocean Air, Coastal Vibes, Wood Carvings, Open Design, Retail Design

Swahili Architecture

Caribbean Architecture

Swahili House

Breezy coastal vibes meet Swahili elegance in this Shanzu, Kenya gem. With intricate archways, traditional wood carvings, and vibrant mosaic tiles, this space beautifully blends local culture with the ease of seaside living. The open design invites the ocean air in, making every meal feel like a serene escape. 🌊🌴 #SwahiliArchitecture #CoastalKenya #SeasideSerenity #ShanzuLife #KenyanCulture

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