Architectural Revolution

Context is everything in design. The context of a place will look into the relationship between an environment and the buildings situated within it. A location's historical, cultural, physical and economic landscapes is the context in which when applied well, allows design for human use to thrive. In this episode, Baerbel Mueller walks us through how she works, through research and studying th...

Professionals serve their clients, while professional bodies serve the professionals under their body. IDDG is one such body who are doing the work on serving the professionals under their umbrella and educating the public on what they do. In this episode, I speak with the President of IDDG, Audrey Forson on the role of her organisation, what Interior Designers and Decorator professionals represen...

There's been a lot of complaints about the rising heat situation in the country and how are we going to cope in the next few years. Trees are being cut down indiscriminately, architects are being blamed, developers are also taking some hits but yet again nothing is happening. This conversation with Kofi is a long time coming and it would give you a perspective on some various ways to cool a bu...

Housing is in short supply and one of the reasons you can say that is, is due to the current material we use to build. In comes Geopolymer Interlocking Blocks which could make us build faster and more sustainably as it has less cement content. The interlocking blocks make it an interesting building material as you may not need a whole lot of expertise to put up a building. This might just save the...

There is a past we are losing. From our history to our architecture. Is there even an architecture we are losing? Some might say, what defines Ghanaian architecture for us to also lose it. Heritage is an important factor in architecture we should never lose, else we might never know how to truly proceed for the future generation of architecture. In this episode, Kojo Derban takes us through on a b...

There are many notions about land in Ghana. The most common one is about ensuring you are not duped when buying land in the country. There is more to it than that. In this episode, Afua shares her knowledge in the land system in Ghana and how any one individual can acquire a piece of land for themselves, ensuring no trouble comes about in later years. This is the information you need to avoid land...

Project management int the AEC industry used to bug me for a while. I never got the need for project managers on a jobsite when an architect can perform the same role. Project managers in other industries on the other hand, I was all for it. In this episode, I talk with Samuel on project management as a whole and the aspects it deals with when it comes to the building industry. There were a lot of...

We are looking at possibilities of mistakes. Mistakes and certain misfortunes can occur on any jobsite through some weird way. In this episode, I sat down with two of my friends and talked about all weird stuff they have witnessed on their sites and, what others might be facing. Other things were talked about as well. Notes To learn more about Papa visit his Instagram: Kofi Dako (@k_of_i) • Instag...

Real estate has been a sector with many whims. People have made their fortunes with it and people have lost everything as well. In some small part, I play a role in the real estate market, just a tiny role. I sat down with Makafui Kuffo, who researches on the real estate market and is actively a part of it in diverse ways with Saasepedia. This episode of Architectural Revolution promises to be an...

The trailer for the second anthology series of guests who share their stories and the amazing things they do.

It is the end of the year, the end of Book 3 but not the end of Architectural Revolution. I give a bit of review of this year's book and the things to come in the following year. Don't forget about AR because it won't forget about you and keep bringing you information that looks to create a shift in the mindset around Architecture and its connecting industries.

The bathroom is always found in any type of residence, house or home. Be it a one-bedroom apartment/chamber and hall, a studio/self-contain or a two-bedroom apartment, you would always need and find a bathroom. But if you were to build your own home or renovate an existing bathroom, how would you make it yours. How can you design it to make it just right. In this episode, I talk how to do just tha...

Shelter is everything to you. We might not think much about it if you have a roof over your head. But when you're building on your home or with the help of a professional it would be on your mind. In the event you are building on your own, this episode provides you with some factors to consider before it is time to roof your home. It lays it all bare in preparation for when you need it and the dec...

We cook. We eat. We clean. Basically, you could say these are the functions created as a result of having a kitchen. Even if we do not have a kitchen, we still need a space to perform them. In this episode, I talk about the necessities within a kitchen, how they can be zone and the multitude of uses that a kitchen helps us to perform in a organised manner. These needs are then brought together to...

Materials and products are in abundance. It is in this abundance that you may find it difficult to choose the right materials for you and your building project. In this episode, I talk about the factors that would help you thoroughly consider each individual material you would want and need for your project. Especially for those who are taking a bold step to handle their project without an archite...

Residential architecture seems to look like the easiest bit of architecture and building. But to be real, it is not. Those who have built their own homes and those who build for others, will tell you it is a different ball game. In this episode, I take you through bits and pieces of residential architecture that you would find useful when you want to build your house or you're just starting to thi...

There is a lot going on when it comes to being safe in your own home. A lot to think about and do. In this chapter, I explore a few things to look at and consider when it comes to the security of your home. With these few security measures, you would be equipped with a basic knowledge in securing your home and maybe feel a bit safer in your own space, instead of worrying about who is out to get yo...

We're losing recipes. The home is no more what it was in the 70's or how we remember it from print media. Big Real Estate, has changed how homes are made in the country and I don't know if it is to cut costs, which it is. There is hardly any space left to do stuff outdoors, and if there is, nothing is considered. If you are lucky to have space in your home, this chapter looks at what things you ca...

It's pretty simple. Take the guesswork out of avoiding issues and you might be able to get things going well. This episode lists out 10 actions you can take, that could spell out doom for your building project during its construction stage. Avoid this warning at your own risk and bear the consequences. Another option is to listen to them and hopefully, you would be on the right track to your proje...

Ever come across some words or terms you had no idea about when it comes to your building project. In this episode, I mention a few terms you might encounter from Architects and building professionals regarding your project. Nothing too major, just some words that will help you along your building project journey. Connect with me on Twitter > https://twitter.com/Zues_Lumos?t=nF47aNp8tbDq0dmkzfx...

We are losing recipes in making a home. Landscaping makes a home and without it, we get a structure that looks to be from a dystopian future. Those attempting to build a home do so with superhuman feat, but neglecting the landscape and creating a hard desert-scape should be a crime. In this episode you get to find out why landscaping a home is important, and the numerous benefits to having a well-...

Space is hard to come by, making storage space a luxury and large storage spaces a rare find. We all need as much storage space as possible but make do with what we have. What if we could get more storage space? Will we then be satisfied? In this episode, you will discover how to maximise a bit of the space you don't have, and what to consider as essentials for creating space for the possible...

Land Size Matters. It always has when it comes to building your project. The area of land you have surely determines the possibilities of the design project your architect can provide you. Don't think the land you have can match the dreams you want. It doesn't work that way. Find out why in this episode. Connect with me on Twitter > https://twitter.com/Zues_Lumos?t=nF47aNp8tbDq0dmkzfxZl...

Building your home is hard. Finding the perfect place to build it is even harder, especially if you don't know what to look out for. Do you take advice from family and trusted confidants to find a place to build your forever home, or do you do you just guess? In this episode, Ziwu outlines some things to consider when you are looking to locate your home in the country. It might save you a lot...

The world is run on money. Nations are developed with money; nations are destroyed with money. It's in the same way, buildings are built with money. You can't do without it, but it seems most people forget about that part and are not prepared for it. In this episode, I talk about the importance of money in your project, preparing for it and the possible storms that might happen along the w...