Building with Earth: A Cultural Approach to Sustainable Architecture
Can building with earth be a sustainable alternative to our infrastructural needs? 🌱🛖
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Habitat 67: An example to true Mixed-use, sustainable buildings?
Can Habitat 67's innovative design offer a model for Addis Ababa's housing? What can we learn from this project that provided high-density living, private gardens and communal spaces, fostering both privacy and community.
Building Addis Ababa's Future Together: Community Engagement for the Corridor Project
Cities worldwide are building walking & cycling paths. Addis Ababa joins the movement as this shift promises cleaner air, healthier citizens & vibrant communities. What can we learn from Copenhagen & Amsterdam's success? What can we do to make the project human-centered? 🌱🏙️
AI powered PCs are here
Embark on a nostalgic journey through the evolution of personal computing, tracing our remarkable progress. From painstakingly saving penguins on Mavis Beacon to the powerful realm of AI-assisted computing, the adventure awaits! 🚀💻
Rural Charm vs. Urban Privacy in Ethiopia
This article explores the contrasting architecture of Addis Ababa, highlighting the tension between the desire for security in the city and the deep-rooted sense of community found in rural Ethiopia.
Addis Ababa's growth and Sprawl
This blogpost explores Addis Ababa’s urban transformation, challenges of urban sprawl, city planning principles, and the importance of inclusive design for a greener future. 🌆🌿
Ethiopia's Green Revolution: Phasing Out ICE Vehicles and Embracing EVs and Micromobility
Ethiopia is boldly transitioning from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs), setting a precedent for other nations. With over 100,000 EVs already on its roads, Ethiopia aims for nearly 500,000 within the decade.
The Great Green Wall of Africa: A Symbol of Hope and Unity
The Great Green Wall of Africa is not just another reforestation initiative, but a symbol of growth, hope, and life. It's an African-led initiative with a grand vision to grow an 8,000km natural wonder across the entire width of the continent. Launched in 2007 by the African...
Generations Lost: The Perils of Generation Z's Tech Dependency
This article explores the profound shift in society's and generation Z's relationship with technology, particularly focusing on the experiences of an Ethiopian individual raised in Addis Ababa before the digital age.