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Indigenous African Architecture

The Institute of Black Imagination

The Institute of Black Imagination
New York, United States

Indigenous African Architecture by René Gardi explores the rich and diverse architectural traditions of Africa, focusing on structures built using local materials and techniques adapted to the environment. The book examines the cultural, social, and functional aspects of indigenous architecture, including homes, public spaces, and religious buildings. Gardi highlights the craftsmanship, aesthetic sensibilities, and symbolic meanings embedded in these structures, offering insights into how architecture reflects the identities and values of various African communities.

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  • Title: Indigenous African Architecture
  • Publisher City: Munich
  • Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold
  • Publication Year: 1974
  • Lexicon of Values: Aesthetics, Decentralized Blackness, Sanctuary
  • ISBN: 0442225741;9780442225742
  • Collection: Holder
  • Author: Gardi, René
The Institute of Black Imagination

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