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BUILDesign Magazine BUILDesign magazine is Kenya's leading architectural and construction review magazine. It is available in all leading supermarkets and store in Kenya.

The BUILDesign magazine serves up inside stories on architects, architectural firms, buildings and a host of opinions on architecture in Kenya to a community of architects, designers, engineers, landscape architects, lighting designers, interior designers, academics, developers, contractors and other parties interested in the built environment. The BUILDesign magazine is a source of information th

at understands the interests and practises of its audience and gives them what they want to know in brief and with a point of view. We give useful and insightful information, readable criticism, diverse voices and open dialogue. BUILDesign magazine is the most comprehensive source of information on the latest projects and commissions, unfolding politics and debate, and cultural developments related to architecture in Kenya and the region.

5,000 copies of the magazine are printed every two months and distributed directly to all the architects, quantity surveyors, engineers, project managers and contractors in the databases of Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), Board of Registration for Architects and Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) and National Construction Authority (NCA). To advertise in BUILDesign magazine, please contact Wendy ([email protected]) or Felister ([email protected]) for details.

Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide by DOM publishers. Available from July 2020.
23/01/2020

Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide by DOM publishers. Available from July 2020.

29/11/2019
Buying Land to Build your House - Architecture Kenya Design Workshop

Purchase of land in Kenya has been a dicey matter. If not careful, one is likely to end up buying a piece of land from people who do not own it. One can also buy land that is in dispute or which belongs to the public.

We have consulted our lawyers who have given us some insights into the process of land buying that would minimize instances where one can be caught up in fraudulent land dealings.

Land is one of the most important factors of production. In definition, it is simply the surface of the earth. But in reality, it includes all that, which

11/09/2019
Lessons learnt from being a first time home buyer. | BUILDesign

Are you looking to buy a home ? Are you shopping around for a preferred unit ? Here are some things I learnt from my experience buying my first home.

Are you looking to buy a home ? Are you shopping around for a preffered unit ? Here are some things i learnt from my exprience buying my first home.

01/07/2019
Stunning architectural pieces straight from the heart of Dubai. The marvels of Dubai.

Take a holiday to go marvel at some breathtaking architectural work in the heart of the desert in Dubai. We show you structures pushing the boundaries in every single way that you can think of. Is Dubai slowly becoming every architect's dream travel destination ? Is it overtaking western Europe ?

We take an in-depth look into some of the architectural marvels found in Dubai that have stunned the world. Dubai is home to some eye-catching architectural works.

12/02/2019
05/02/2019
- Why Architecture is inherently science first - Part 1

Watch the first part of our series on a talk given by Arch. Edwin Seda on his thought process at approaching projects and his strong belief on the importance of science in architecture

In a four part series Architect Edwin Seda of Paragon Architects speaks to architecture students at the University of Nairobi on why architecture is inherent...

25/01/2019
Meet the faces behind Team2 Architects, a one of a kind 'Husband and Wife' firm.

The founding Directors of Team2 Architects, Arch.Deepak Krishna & Arch.Pari Saxena, sat with BUILDesignTV to share their professional journey and discuss their projects. Team2 Architects is a Kenyan architectural firm with some outstanding projects all over the country. The full interview will appear in the coming issue of BUILDesign Magazine

Arch.Deepak Krishna & Arch.Pari Saxena, directors at Team2 Architects sat down with us to share what inspirwes their work, how they choose projects and give their take on payment for projects.

18/01/2019
Upclose & Personal with Joy Mboya

We bring you a sneak preview of our sit down with Arch. Joy Mboya. She speaks on her life and her focus on Arts with a leaning to Architecture. The full interview will be in the coming issue of BUILDesign Magazine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWzPS4HYAD8

Snippet from our interview with Joy Mboya on her professional journey in architecture and the transition into Arts. She is a trained architect and the Execut...

09/01/2019
The Revamp

HAPPY NEW YEAR GUYS 🎉🎉 For this new year we are all about amazing local work and sharing the ingenuity we stumble upon all over this country. We will be here to share with all of you the gems we discover throughout the year … Today we share 'THE REVAMP' an idea for transforming spaces by Joe Makeni and Paddy Suiden Mulweye https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzc2_EAidsiiUJsWE-dpaOQ

20/12/2018
AAK President's Dinner 2018

The Architectural Association of Kenya recently launched their 2019 - 2023 strategic plan. We bring you the highlights of the launch and all that happened at the 2018 President's dinner https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDzLrnfSZ3c

The Key highlight from the event was the launch of the Association's Strategic Plan 2018-2023 which we will be reviewing on buildesign.co.ke in the near futu...

27/11/2018
Lessons for the Architect from The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

We have a book review for you guys today. Some invaluable lessons and insights from the 'FOUNTAINHEAD' by Ayn Rand. A must read for every architect out there.

The book features two fictional characters; Howard Roark, a brilliant young architect, who is expelled from his architecture school for refusing to follow the school’s outdated traditions and his classmate, Peter Keating who completes his studies and goes to work for a prestigious architectural fi...

08/11/2018

Day 2 of is underway at the KICC. Come through and sample the technology and items on display. This is the biggest construction research conference and exhibition in the region. There are multiple workshops to choose from. This is the perfect place to network and see what innovations are happening in the construction industry. Pass by our stand to also grab the latest edition of BUILDesign Magazine. We are proud to be a media sponsor of the event.

05/11/2018

The greatest marathoner ever is turning 34 today. Happy Birthday Eliud Kipchoge.

01/11/2018
Hospitality design criteria; the role of architects in tourism investments | BUILDesign

The Architectural Association of Kenya partnership with the Tourism Regulation Authority, Tourism Finance Corporation and the UN Habitat, held a breakfast meeting at the Intercontinental Hotel to sensitize its members on the best hospitality architectural practices with a view of conforming to sustainable standards, project planning principles and financing. Read more about the discussion here

Studies show that architecture has always played a fundamental role in tourism, especially the hotel industry. As the hospitality industry continues to prosper in this global economy, possessing competitive advantages in the hotel business could be the key to success as quality of accommodation and....

26/10/2018
The Brook house prep school. Fun, Imaginative & Creative architecture

We visited the Brookhouse School, Nairobi to review their preparatory school and we bring you this insightful review on what makes this school stand out amongst its peers. Read about the people behind this project, hear from the project architect and the entire team. Harry Potter and Star Trek fans you will want to read this 😉 http://buildesign.co.ke/brook-house-preparatory-school/

We give you an in-depth tour of one of the nation's most popular and sought after school. We review the brook house prep school for you.

25/10/2018

We have some great tips on how to turn your garden into a masterpiece. Let your garden dazzle even when the sun goes down. Our resident landscape architect gives you great tips on how to have your garden looking exquisite in night too. Read all this and so much more in our latest issue. Subscribe today by paying Ksh 1,800 to M-Pesa buy goods till number 199958

23/10/2018

Our feature architect in our latest issue is Emma Miloyo The first female president of Architectural Association of Kenya Read about her glass ceiling shattering life story. A woman of many firsts. She sits down with us to share her goals, ambitions and what plans she has for the industry in Kenya. To get a copy of the latest issue, subscribe by paying Ksh 1,800 to M-pesa Till number 199958.

19/10/2018

Everywhere you turn, people are discussing Juba. 😉Don't be left out of these discussions. In our latest issue, our ongoing architravel series features the capital of Africa's youngest country. We give you a front row seat tour around this growing young city as we review its landmarks and check out all the buildings that make this city unique. Grab your copy today by subscribing to the magazine. Pay Ksh 1,800 to M-Pesa till number 199985 to get all the issues in one year. Now you have something to say next time someone asks you what is happening in Juba

18/10/2018
From land to home ownership | BUILDesign

For all of you interested in owning your own home, we're here for you today. We were at the second edition of hosted by The Hive Nairobi and we bring you all the highlights from the night that was dubbed 'DON'T JUST BUY,BUILD' All you need on your journey to becoming a home owner http://buildesign.co.ke/from-land-ownership-to-building/

Land value keeps appreciating with the rise of every new dawn. Most individuals venturing into this trade expect high returns just like any other business. Despite the craze for landownership, more often than not the land that is highly sought after is left unused due to various reasons. On October....

16/10/2018

Get a copy of the latest issue where we feature and review the Britam Tower. Read about the people behind this addition to the Nairobi skyline, the new age technology used and so much more. See what makes this one building stand out among its peers. Subscribe to the magazine by paying Ksh 1,800 to paybill number 199958.

12/10/2018

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11/10/2018

Closing remarks by the panelists

11/10/2018

The panel at discussing the benefits of 'BUILDvsBUY'

11/10/2018

Our latest issue is now out and in Circulation. Our main feature is the iconic Britam Tower in Upper hill. We review one of the tallest buildings in Eastern Africa and look at what makes it stand out. Our feature architect is Architectural Association of Kenya president Arch Emma Miloyo. Read her inspirational story and see what it takes to be a trailblazer in the construction industry as the first female president of the AAK. Our technology review this issue focuses on 3D printing and its impact on the construction industry. Grab your copy today. You can subscribe on BuilDesign.co.ke or pay Ksh 1,800 to M-Pesa paybill 199958.

11/10/2018
PG BISON AND BLUM LAUNCH RANGE OF PRODUCTS

PG BISON K LTD recently held a cocktail event dubbed the '2019 PRODUCT RANGE ROADSHOW' in partnership with BLUM (Austria) where they sought to sensitize the market on their new range of products. Read all about it here. http://buildesign.co.ke/pg-bison-raodshow/

PG Bison in partnership with BLUM recently launched a new range of fittings inspired by the 21st century actual use of our homes and offices.

28/09/2018
Sheffield launches Laundromat in Kenya | BUILDesign

We attended the Sheffield Africa - Commercial Kitchen Equipment & Solutions launch of their laundromat lines. They pride themselves in being trendsetters and this is a first for sure in Kenya. Read the post to find out more about the new laundromat line. http://buildesign.co.ke/sheffield-launches-laundromat-in-kenya/

Sheffield Steel Systems Limited has launched the first commercial laundry coin automated machine alias Laundromat in Kenya. The demo event took place at their fully equipped experience centre in Syokimau on Wednesday, 26th Sept 2018. Kenya comes second in East Africa to have the laundromat machine w...

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Closing remarks by the panelists #JiveAtTheHive

AAK Status of the Built Environment Report

If you're interested in new building technology methods.. There's a lot of prefab technology and brickless systems on display at #BuildExpo2018 Come down to the KICC ballroom to see all these and so much more technology

Is building materials your thing? There's some really good game changing information about how to get the best out of your materials here at #BuildExpo2018 at the KICC.... Come learn something new today #BuilDesignKe

This is a prototype explorer for Gold and precious stones... Also on display at #BuildExpo2018 Come down to the KICC courtyard to ser it and more cool innovation that is on display at BUILDEXPO AFRICA Today is the last day... Event goes on till 6pm #BuildExpo2018 #BuilDesignKe

Some pretty cool tech on display at BUILDEXPO AFRICA happening at the KICC. This is a 3D hologram device that can be used for hundreds of purposes. Come down to the KICC and see it for yourself #BuildExpo2018 #BuilDesignKe

CAAAAAKEEE TIIIMMEEE!!!! 🎂 It's been a wonderful night at the #AAKGALADINNER It's a wrap from us... Thank you for a lovely night @arch_ke

Arch Gad Opiyo, Vice-president of AAK giving the vote of thanks at #AAKGALADINNER #BuilDesignKe

Arch. Alex Nyagah Honorary Registrar of @arch_ke taking the guests at the #AAKGALADINNER through the navigation on the new AAK membership portal #BuilDesignKe

The new @arch_ke portal for AAK membership has also been launched at the #AAKGALADINNER #buildesignke

The new @arch_ke logo that was done by @sirstephenlutta #AAKGALADINNER #buildesignke

Launching of new @arch_ke logo #AAKGALADINNER #BuilDesignKe

Prof Arch Paul Maringa who is the chief guest at the @arch_ke 's #AAKGALADINNER giving his keynote remarks. #BuilDesignKe

Ps Charles Hinga speaking on the government's plan for affordable housing at the #AAKGALADINNER #buildesignke

Hey @easportsfifa we've found you a commentator for the kiswahili version of #Fifa18 Arch. Steve Oundo would give Martin Tyler and Allan Smith a run for their money #AAKGALADINNER #buildesignke

Third hand music #aakgaladinner #buildesignke

#HomesAndHeels #JiveAtTheHive #BuilDesignKe

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