Dakar Architecture City Guide: 10 Modern and Contemporary Works that Reflect the City's Evolving Identity
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Dakar is a regional hub for diversity and culture, often described as an unexpectedly sleek and 'modern' city with characteristic colorful monolithic buildings.
Each district in Dakar reflects a different style and focus, showing constant development and an intention to redefine the capital's identity through new construction.
Local architects are exploring pre-colonial architecture and promoting the use of earth construction, signifying a movement towards modernity while honoring traditional techniques.
Dakar's many quartiers have a distinctive feel and are characterized by ongoing projects that illustrate diverse architectural interpretations by both local and international architects.
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