The Light Academia trend is all about a light colour palette, pastels, and natural light; rustic, monastic, and Newstalgia styles are all headed towards embracing this new approach to interiors.
The new generation of African architects are designing sustainable projects with the people in mind, using traditional techniques and local materials in innovative ways. This was recognised this year at by The Pritzker Architecture Prize, when Francis Kéré became the first African architect to win the prestigious award.
We chose several contemporary African ideas that stand out for their sustainability, the use of local techniques and materials, and the way they have adapted innovative solutions that are rooted in tradition