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Lunda Craftsmen

Central African builders.

Overview

Lunda Craftsmen, using mud and wood, built vernacular structures in Central Africa, pre-colonial era.

Core Characteristics

  • Mud-walled, thatched structures.
  • Communal, functional designs.
  • Vernacular aesthetic.

Notable Works

  • Lunda Villages (Angola, traditional).

Architectural Connections

  • Vernacular: Pre-colonial.
  • Residential: Villages.
  • African Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Reflects Lunda cultural heritage.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Mud Construction (technique), Community Design (theory), Roof (element), Vernacular (movement)