Practicing in Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Prospects.

This event aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the architectural landscape across the African continent, highlighting the unique opportunities, challenges, and innovations that define this vibrant and rapidly evolving region. 

Join Architect Henning Rasmuss who talks about the Insight into the continent’s unique architectural styles, materials, and building practices. And overview of the diverse cultural, historical, and environmental factors influencing architecture in Africa.

The presentation will focus on: 

• Understanding the African Context Overview of the diverse cultural, historical, and environmental factors influencing architecture in Africa. Insight into the continent’s unique architectural styles, materials, and building practices. 

• Opportunities for Architectural Practice Emerging markets and economic growth areas within Africa. Opportunities in sustainable and green architecture. The role of architecture in addressing urbanization and infrastructure development. 

• Challenges Faced by Architects Navigating the regulatory and legal frameworks in different African countries. Addressing social and economic disparities through inclusive design. Overcoming logistical and material supply chain issues. 

• Case Studies and Best Practices Presentations on successful architectural projects across Africa. Discussions on innovative solutions to common challenges faced by architects in the region