How has modern architecture evolved?
The Modern Movement in architecture was born in the 20th century and really took off after World War I.
Advancements in engineering, building materials, social equality, health, and industry converged, while past historical styles were rejected..
What are the examples of modern architecture in Nigeria?
Examples include: Commercial Buildings as in the case of Central Bank of Nigeria Building, Lagos. Religious buildings as in the case of Saint Flanna's Church, Ngo, Anambra State., Educational Buildings particularly Nigerian University Libraries and other University structures..
What are the factors that affect the development of modern architecture in Nigeria?
Architecture of Nigeria was historically influenced by environmental conditions as well as social and cultural factors.
The coming of missionaries and political changes brought about by colonialism precipitated a change in architectural style and utility of buildings..
What factors brought about modern architecture in Nigeria?
Today, in Nigeria however, this Traditional Architecture has been replaced by Modern Architecture, an expression of Industrial Age.
This transition from Traditional Architecture to Modern Architecture can be said to be rooted in Colonization of Africa by Europe.
Nigeria was colonized by Great Britain in the year 1901..
What is Nigeria traditional architecture?
Most of the buildings are usually made of mud and thatched roofs, which shows a careful thought in this style of building, the choice of materials is readily available and fits our tropical climate.
Some of the popular and noticeable architecture are the Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba – the three popular tribes..
- Architecture of Nigeria was historically influenced by environmental conditions as well as social and cultural factors.
The coming of missionaries and political changes brought about by colonialism precipitated a change in architectural style and utility of buildings.