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The Architects Registration Council of Ghana Inducts 55 Newly Licensed Architects

The 23rd Induction Ceremony of the Council Calls on Architects to Uphold the Highest Moral and Ethical Standards in their Profession

The Architects Registration Council (ARC) of Ghana, under the jurisdiction of Ghana’s Ministry of Works and Housing, recently celebrated its 23rd Induction Ceremony at the Ghana Shippers' House in Ridge, Accra. The ceremony held on Thursday, October 26, 2023, welcomed fifty-five(55) new architects into the esteemed profession of Architecture.

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AMPHIBIOUS BUILDINGS

Towards Resilient Island Communities in Ghana and the Case of Azizakpe - A Design Thesis by Rhoda Osei-Nkwantabisa

Master of Architecture Design Thesis by Miss Rhoda Osei-Nkwatabisa which researches in the use of amphibious achitecture to create communities that are resilient to floods and erosion from climate change.

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Nwankpa Design

Conversation with architect and founder, Susan Nwankpa Gillespie

In its six years of existence, Nwankpa Design, founded by Nigerian-American architect Susan Nwankpa Gillespie, has made strides in the design and construction industry.

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Pioneer Ghanaian Architects: Theodore Shealtiel Clerk

And the building of Tema

Pioneer Ghanaian Architects: Theodore Shealtiel Clerk and the building of Tema. Theodore Shealtiel Clerk, fondly referred to as T.S. Clerk, was one of the founding members of the Ghana Institute of Architects.

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From Buckman to Turkson

Alternative stories on Ghana’s architectural profession

From Buckman to Turkson: Alternative stories on Ghana's architectural profession. Architectural history of Ghana.

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John Owusu Addo

A memoir of Ghana’s architectural journey through the eyes of a pioneer Architect

A memoir of Ghana’s architectural journey through the eyes of a pioneer architect.

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Netflix's 'Made by Design' Debut Profiles Nigerian Creators

The inaugural season spotlights 13 African designers who hail from Nigeria

Netflix aired its new original docu-series, “Made by Design,” highlighting the works of 13 Nigerian creatives.

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Localworks on Sourcing from the Site

The Ugandan architecture and design collaborative highlights the significance of honoring local materials while creating beautiful, functioning buildings

Ugandan architecture and design collaborative Localworks highlights the significance of honoring local materials while creating beautiful, functioning buildings.

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Design233 Celebrates its 10th Anniversary

Recapping a month of activities and collaborations with African industry professionals as we celebrate 10 years of coverage

Recapping a month of activities and collaborations with African industry professionals as we celebrate 10 years of coverage.

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Studio NYALI designs the ArchiAfrika Pavilion

The ArchiAfrika Pavilion brings black and diaspora voices to the Venice Biennale of Architecture

Studio NYALI and Joe Addo present the ArchiAfrika pavilion, bringing black and diaspora voices to the Venice Biennale of Architecture.

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Mansa Floating Hub

Cape Verde's Floating Music Hub by Kunlé Adeyemi and his firm NLÉ

Cape Verde’s newest cultural and creative platform is a floating music hub created by Nigerian architect Kunlé Adeyemi and his firm NLÉ, in partnership with ADS Group– Africa Development Solutions.

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Mariam Kamara on Cultural Sustainability

The African Futures Institute kicked off its inaugural Alero Olympio Memorial Lecture series

Nigerien architect Mariam Kamara kicked off the inaugural Alero Olympio Memorial Lecture series for the African Futures Institute by discussing cultural sustainability.

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African Futures Institute Launches Website

The forthcoming postgraduate school of architecture is founded by architect Lesley Lokko

Ghana’s forthcoming African Futures Institute, founded by Ghanaian-Scottish architect and acclaimed educator Lesley Lokko, along with renowned Ghanaian architect Sir David Adjaye OBE, has launched its website.

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Isaro Lise Katangulia: Highlighting 'African Female Architects'

Rwandan architect and illustrator Isaro Lise Katangulia is celebrating the achievements of African women in architecture

Rwandan architect and illustrator Isaro Lise Katangulia creates "African Female Architects" to highlight and celebrate the contributions of African women to architecture.

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7 African Creatives Participating in the 17th Venice Architecture Biennale

This year's African participants hail from Cape Verde, Nigeria, Angola, and more

For this year's Venice Architecture Biennale, African participants hail from Cape Verde, Nigeria, Angola, and more.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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54 Flavors: African food entrepreneurs adapting amidst Covid

These African businesses are finding ways to master the new normal

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.

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AKOSUA ADOMA OWUSU

Saving Rex Cinema

The world is looking rather curiously but with excitement at Akosua Adoma Owusu’s, the producer and director of the award-winning documentary Kwaku Ananse, attempt to revive one of Ghana’s oldest cinemas, Rex Cinema.

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L’Arte Café Presents Larry Otoo

Larry Otoo – An Exhibition

L’arte Café was launched on the 19th of October, 2013 in their fantastic, almost magical, out-of-the-way art gallery in Bubuashie, a suburb of Accra.

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54 Flavors: Conversations on African Cuisine in the Diaspora

Join us as we cover all things African food

Conversations on African food, African restaurants, African food trucks, African frozen foods, and more.

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NANA OFORI ATTA AYIM

Cultural Historian, Writer & Filmmaker

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.

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Architectural History of Ghana

By Arc. Samuel Opare Larbi

Architecture in the Gold Coast, now Ghana, from the historic past

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David Adjaye awarded 2021 Royal Gold Medal

The distinguished Architect has received one of the highest awards in the field of Architecture

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.

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Tosin Oshinowo: Ilashe Beach

Lagos-based architect Tosin Oshinowo is transforming Ilashe Beach with her series of beach houses

Lagos-based architect Tosin Oshinowo is transforming Ilashe Beach with her series of beach houses.

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Samuel Opare Larbi

A.A Dip, A RIBA. F.G.I.A

This is the life and works of Architect Samuel Opare Larbi.

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El Anatsui

Indigenized Ethos

El Anatsui is perhaps one of Africa’s most artistic sculptors to be still alive

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Kingsway Tower

SAOTA's Landmark Building in Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria

Designed by South African architects SAOTA, Kingsway Tower not only introduces new architectural ideas to Lagos – the economic centre of Nigeria and one of the fastest growing cities in the world – but it is also uncompromisingly world-class in its quality and execution, reflecting the importance of this emerging market in a global context

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Eva Sonaike

Bringing Colour to Life

Eva Sonaike is defining what African luxury is.

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Through The Lens

A Look at the Works of Leading Ghanaian Photographers Yaw Pare & Steve Ababio

We spoke with two leading Ghanaian photojournalists about their work, and their thoughts on access to information and the power of photography using social media. They not only capture iconic buildings and spaces in Ghana and parts of Africa but also capture the daily nuances of being a Ghanaian and African.

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Gallery 1957

6th March Opening & Inaugural Exhibition

This year’s March Independence Day celebrations for Ghana were markedly distinct, with the opening of Gallery 1957, a contemporary art gallery within the lush Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, Ghana.

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Adomaa

A Chat With Afro-jazz singer on her Upcoming Maiden EP, AFRABA

A Chat With Afro-jazz singer on her Upcoming Maiden EP, AFRABA

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Bibi Owusu-Shadlbolt's "Diary"

An Interview with the Writer, Producer and Co-Director of Afua’s Diary

An Interview With The Writer, Producer & Co-Director of Afua’s Diary

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Alba Kunadu Sumprim

The Imported Ghanaian

The imported Ghanaian

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Kurt Merki

Culture, Purpose & Life

Culture, Purpose and Life

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Being Afro-Austrian

A DESIGN233 Book Review

ABDALLAH SALISU’S THEORIES & PRACTICES OF BLACK AUSTRIAN IDENTITY

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Som Aidoo | Pharo Tha Gr8

2 SIDES OF A RISING STAR

Som Aidoo is a budding Ghanaian-born actor and musician based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Ato Delaquis

Stroke of Genius

Interview with Ato Delaquis