The Architecture of Realtors & Developers (a rant)
Disclaimer: As architects, we are very much part of the real estate industry, often due to economic factors. However, this post is written with the intention of urging a shift in how we approach our roles. We need to move from being mere tools for developers to taking up the responsibility of shaping the future of housing in Nigeria—one that serves the public good and reflects our culture, context, and values. PARK & POLK : A Mixed-Use Apartment Building by Jonathan Segal Architects Hello, everyone! As promised, I’m back. And today, it’s all about architecture (and real estate). *takes deep breath First, let me give you some context. I graduated in 2019 and was due for NYSC (a mandatory year-long national service in Nigeria). However, due to the chaos caused by COVID-19, I never had the chance to work in an architecture office. Instead, I was posted to the works department of a surveying school. This unexpected turn of events gave me a lot of research time (mostly podcasts), which...