Constructing a great commercial building takes the commercial architect in Kenya to think about various issues of its design within a strong business context. It requires one to consider the building in the same vein as any business that is started for the sole purpose of generating healthy profits for the developer. In this regard, [...]
Setting up sustainable neighborhoods is a great social responsibility that may enhance the lives of numerous families residing in a location. New developments that may provide housing for people should be designed with such sustainable ideas in view. In the same vein, the rehabilitation of current buildings too needs to be undertaken with the aim [...]
Building of house plans in Kenya is often viewed as a simply functional task being undertaken by a builder interested in creating a dwelling for themselves, or simply running away from the rent trap. At a slightly more sophisticated level, it is viewed as the culmination of a need for self actualization as an individual [...]
Buildings designed by architects in Kenya need to be sustainable and responsive in all the relevant aspects of green architecture. A major concern regarding green architecture is the whole issue of water sustainability. When architects in Kenya design buildings, they often take cognizance of the fact that buildings need to have good drainage. Water that [...]
Kenyan architects are involved with design and supervision of construction of buildings throughout the country and within the East African region. This is sure to be more apparent especially now that four members of the East African community have agreed to allow registered practitioners to practice all over the East African region. They therefore will [...]