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A common theme in traditional African architecture is the use of fractal scaling: small parts of the structure tend to look similar to larger parts, such as a circular village made of circular houses. [1] African architecture in some areas has been influenced by external cultures for centuries, according to available evidence.
This list of house styles lists styles of vernacular architecture – i.e., ... used in the design of houses. African ... List of architectural styles; References
African architecture by style (11 C, 4 P) Buildings and structures in Africa (12 C) Marine architecture in Africa (2 C) Sculpture gardens, trails and parks in Africa ...
Australian architectural styles; Baroque architecture; Bauhaus; Berlin style 1990s+ Biedermeier 1815–1848; Blobitecture 2003–present; Bowellism 1957–present; Brick Gothic c. 1350 – c. 15th century; Bristol Byzantine 1850–1880; Brownstone; Brutalist architecture 1950s–1970s; Buddhist architecture 1st century BC; Byzantine ...
African design encompasses many forms of expression and refers to the forms of design from the continent of Africa and the African diaspora including urban design, architectural design, interior design, product design, art, and fashion design. Africa's many diverse countries are sources of vibrant design with African design influences visible ...
Pages in category "African architecture by style" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A.
Swahili architecture is a term used to designate a whole range of diverse building traditions practiced or once practiced along the eastern and southeastern coasts of Africa. Rather than simple derivatives of Islamic architecture from the Arabic world, Swahili stone architecture is a distinct local product as a result of evolving social and ...
The Obi, in Igbo architecture, is the central heart and main house of the compound, often the residence is the head of the family or the patriarch. [6] It serves as the focal point of the household and is often used for important social, cultural, and religious activities, including important discussions, entertaining guests or communal ...