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Architecture has always been shaped by the materials available to it. Stone demanded permanence, timber invited craft and lightness, and concrete enabled new forms and scales. Materiality was never merely aesthetic; it was a dialogue between climate, culture, technology, and limitation. The weight, texture, aging, and imperfections of materials influenced not only how buildings looked, […]
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Three young Ethiopian architects — Daniel Waju, Binyam Bekehetu, and Fraser Abraha — have earned international acclaim for their innovative design of a mobile emergency school for Khan al-Ahmar, a vulnerable village in the West Bank, Palestine. Their project, which won the silver medal in a global competition hosted by Archstorming, highlights the creativity and
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Our imagination should do more than dream; it should observe and learn from nature. Kelly Clarkson’s song Piece by Piece speaks about life and love coming together over time. In much the same way, nature assembles and builds things piece by piece. Birds, the original architects, have been designing homes long before Pinterest. With twigs,
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Mastewal Alemu is the Founder and Creative Director of Mastewal Alemu, a high-end fashion brand based in Addis using meticulously crafted hand-woven 100% cotton fabrics, skillfully produced on traditional looms by local artisan weavers promoting traditional craftsmanship while creating unique and environmentally conscious fashion pieces.Mastewal brings a unique wealth of knowledge from her background as
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Sustainable and luxury living in Ethiopia with the tallest vertical garden in East Africa. ZANA Landscaping is leading an extraordinary project for the Kefita Real Estate development. Located in the heart of Addis Ababa, this project aims to change the way we think about sustainable and luxury living in Ethiopia with the tallest vertical garden
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Creating practical products that are a synthesis of identity and design Although only 25 years old, Abreham Brioschi, an Italo-Ethiopian furniture and rug designer is already recognized as a rising talent in Italian and international design circles. Born in Ethiopia but raised in Italy, Abreham graduated from Milan’s NABA Fine Art Academy in 2022. While
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Pairing colours can either make or break your outfit. So, it’s only natural to feel a little uneasy when experimenting with new tones and partnerships but that doesn’t mean you have to stick to plain old head-to-toe black. Here, we take you through a variety of colour-coordinated looks that will excite and enhance your style.
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In a world where technology advancement seems to leapfrog faster than a kangaroo on a trampoline, it’s easy to feel left behind, especially in regions where smart technology is still finding itself. However, even in countries like Ethiopia, the seeds of smart architecture are taking root, promising a future where innovations know no borders. The journey towards smart
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INTERIOR DESIGN isn’t just about picking furniture and paint colors – it’s a reflection of who we are and what we believe. As most of us have spent the last month fasting, for both Muslims observing Ramadan and Christians observing Lent, let’s take a moment to explore how culture and religion shape the very spaces
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In the midst of burgeoning skyscrapers shaping our urban landscape, the design of office spaces has evolved to meet the demands of contemporary work culture. Here are crucial factors to bear in mind for crafting offices that cater to both current needs and future trends: Providing retreat: Offices house many different types of people. Therefore,
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