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Afar Vernacular Architecture Study by Surafel Seifu is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document analyzes the vernacular architecture of the Afar pastoral nomads in Ethiopia. It aims to understand how their traditional housing utilizes passive design strategies to provide thermal comfort in the hot, arid climate without mechanical systems. The study examines common house types, construction techniques, and how the structures have transformed over time. The goal is to extract useful principles that can improve the sustainability and indoor comfort of modern buildings in the region, which c
- Author
- Surafel Seifu
- Language
- EN