Chrissa Amuah: Bernhardt Design Collaboration & London Design Biennale
The "Duality" collection is inspired by Ghanaian patterns and colors while "Amplify" is a site-specific concept at London's Somerset House
Chrissa Amuah has recently launched a textile collection named "Duality" in partnership with furniture and design brand Bernhardt Design. She is also representing Ghana at the 2021 London Design Biennale.
MASS: Redefining Standards in Health Design
Building functional, beautiful spaces that address infection control and enhanced public health in Sub-Saharan Africa and the developing world
MASS Design Group has been creating industry standards in Sub-Saharan Africa and the developing world for sustainable and equitable development that is accessible, purposeful, and healing.
Orthner Orthner & Associates
Setting the standard for sustainable and affordable buildings in Ghana
Orthner Orthner & Associates are setting new standards as to what Ghana's affordable housing stock could and should look like, while putting sustainability at the forefront of their designs.
New Series Highlights Architecture in Sub-Saharan Africa
The seven-volume book collection takes a comprehensive look into some of the most significant structures from the continent’s 49 Sub-Saharan countries.
The seven-volume book collection, named “Architectural Guide Sub-Saharan Africa,” takes a comprehensive look into some of the most significant structures from the continent’s 49 Sub-Saharan countries.
African Women in Architecture
An introductory look into seven African women in architecture and the work that they are bringing to the table
An introductory look into seven African women in architecture and the work that they are bringing to the table.
54 Flavors: An Introduction to West African Cuisine
An exploration into dishes from countries like Cote d’Ivoire, the Gambia, Ghana, Cape Verde, and more
In a series of conversations, 54 Flavors takes a deep dive into dishes from countries like Cote d’Ivoire, the Gambia, Ghana, Cape Verde, and more.
Exploring Public Health and Representation in Design- A Conversation
In a chat with Charity Ntansah and Ngozi Olojede, we delve into the importance of diversity and representation at design firms and in roles that govern health policies.
In a chat with Charity Ntansah, a Master of Public Health Doctoral Student, and Ngozi Olojede, a marketing and research expert at a leading architectural firm, we delve into the importance of diverse representation at design firms and in roles that govern health policies.
Moynihan Train Hall: Stunning Art Installations
New York City's Penn Station has a new train hall with artwork by Kehinde Wiley, Stan Douglas, and Elmgreen & Dragset
New York City's Penn Station has a new train hall with artwork by Kehinde Wiley, Stan Douglas, and Elmgreen & Dragset
DESIGN MIAMI: Tosin Oshinowo and Chrissa Amuah Partner with Lexus
Designers Chrissa Amuah and Tosin Oshinowo collaborate with Lexus Partners for Design Miami.
Get a look at the conceptual designs that explore the historical contexts of headpieces
54 Flavors: African food entrepreneurs adapting amidst Covid
African themed restaurants, caterers, and the like have managed to persevere in the midst of the pandemic, powered, in part, by social and racial movements that have cast a spotlight on Black-owned businesses.
These African businesses are finding ways to master the new normal
David Adjaye redesigns Princeton University Art Museum
David Adjaye reveals designs for Princeton University Art Museum
The museum will nearly double in square footage and will serve as a gathering space
54 Flavors: Conversations on African Cuisine in the Diaspora
Conversations on African food, African restaurants, African food trucks, African frozen foods, and more.
Join us as we cover all things African food
NANA OFORI ATTA AYIM
The work of Ghanaian writer, filmmaker and historian, Nana Oforiatta Ayim, explores ideas of narratives and identity through the different media of film, literature and exhibitions.
Cultural Historian, Writer & Filmmaker
Architectural History of Ghana
Architecture in the Gold Coast, now Ghana, from the historic past
By Arc. Samuel Opare Larbi
David Adjaye awarded 2021 Royal Gold Medal
Renowned Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye OBE has been named the 2021 recipient of one of the highest awards in the field of architecture, the Royal Gold Medal.
The distinguished Architect has received one of the highest awards in the field of Architecture
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