What’s out Addis Arts and Culture
There’s a growing fear that artificial intelligence will replace architects and designers. Yet, having spent over a decade in this field, I can confidently say that design is one of the last places where humanity cannot — and should not — be automated. AI can generate floor plans and render beautifully staged rooms, but it […]
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Ethiopian-born artist Tessema Asrat has been transforming the art scene in Qatar with his vibrant and culturally rich creations. Having lived in Qatar for over a decade, Tessema balances a professional career in aviation with his passion for painting, creating works that celebrate both his Ethiopian heritage and his experiences as part of the Qatari
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When we talk about Afrocentric design, many people picture bold patterns, colors, and textiles. But it’s really about much more—it’s about how we live, how we connect, and how we build with intention. Across Africa, our ancestors designed with deep understanding—responding to climate, community, and context long before sustainability became a global goal. Think about
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World renowned Italian architectural firm CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled the design for the Grand Fendika Cultural Center, a new civic space in the heart of Addis Ababa, created in collaboration with Fendika’s founder, Melaku Belay. The project was developed in partnership with Fendika’s local and global communities and made possible through the financial support
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Meskel, celebrated annually on September 27 (or 28 during leap years), is one of Ethiopia’s most treasured religious holidays. Rooted in centuries of tradition, the festival commemorates the discovery of the True Cross by Empress Helena, mother of Roman Emperor Constantine, in the 4th century. “Meskel” means “cross” in Ge’ez, and the holiday honors this
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Is Architecture Losing Its Soul? Across the globe, architecture and design are increasingly dominated by a sterile, overly simplified aesthetic. What once was a meaningful minimalist movement has now become a shortcut—repeated, replicated, and reproduced at speed. Under pressure to build faster and cheaper, developers and designers are leaning on templated forms that lack context,
HAHO Animation Studio is a privately held animation studio in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia that specializes in 2D and 3D animation, visual effects (VFX), and branding. It offers 2D and 3D animation classes through the Creative Hub located across from Wabe Shebelle Hotel near Mexico Square. By the end of the course, students will be linked
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What if our buildings could breathe, our interiors could bloom, and our built environments could pulse with life? In Addis Ababa’s rapidly evolving architecture, biophilic design offers a transformative vision—one where nature isn’t merely decorative but woven into the very fabric of our structures. This approach goes beyond aesthetics. By integrating natural elements—living walls, water
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A Weekend Art Extravaganza where Art Meets Heart Join us in celebrating 20 years of artistic brilliance at The Big Art Sale, a vibrant two-day event showcasing an extensive array of paintings, prints, sculptures, and photographs! This year, over 200 talented local Ethiopian artists will display their work under a grand tent at the Hilton Addis
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‘Affini’, an epic Ethiopian film, is making history as the first of its kind to be screened twice at the prestigious New African Film Festival (NAFF) in the USA. It’s a culture-centered film made with modern filmmaking techniques, ensuring that its message of justice and reconciliation resonates not only in Ethiopia but around the world.
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