Author(s)

TANIMU A. J. NOMA, ALI F. BAKR, ZAYED M. ELSAYAD

Abstract

The advancement of cities is a major topic for consideration in our societies of today, and the same applies to Abuja, Nigeria, where various contemporary architectural styles have sprung up over the past years. Nevertheless, only slight attention has been given to incorporating traditional architecture into our current urban requirements. The main purpose of this research is to suggest possible ways that we can improve urban development with Hausa traditional architecture. A methodological approach is employed in this paper in order to deeply examine and broaden ways Hausa traditional architecture can achieve this in developing urban spaces within the city of Abuja. Results from this paper proved that Hausa traditional architecture adapts well in urban development when traditional building plans, materials and construction techniques are developed. That is, it is expected that the results should spur professionals such as architects, planners, developers and other government control agencies particularly in Abuja to develop models for infrastructure development. This paper concluded, however, that even with the advancement of building technology and materials, Hausa traditional architecture still stands out or fits well in the urban development. It also proffers ideas on how Hausa traditional architecture can be incorporated into the urban development.

Keywords

incorporate, Hausa, traditional architecture, urban development, Abuja, Nigeria