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Mariam Kamara

  • Eye on the prize
    Design News > African Design / Architecture & Interiors
    Mariam Issoufou Kamara, founder of the award-winning Atelier Masōmī, will lead the design of a new museum and cultural centre – Bët-bi – in southwestern Senegal >
    22 May 22
  • Mariam Kamara in the Global Spotlight
    Design News > Architecture & Interiors
    Mariam Kamara of Atelier Masōmī wins big at The Lexus Design Awards 2021. >
    11 Mar 21
  • On why design cannot be divorced from economic development in Africa
    Design News > African Design / Architecture & Interiors / Urban & Landscape Design
    Architect Mariam Kamara, says she believes that design stands to open up new avenues for solving problems on the continent. >
    25 Sep 19
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    Architecture's ability to alter narratives with Mariam Kamara
    Talks > Architecture & Interiors
    At Design Indaba Conference 2019, the Niger-born architect shared how she is using her work to shift perceptions of her home country. >
    29 Apr 19
  • Mariam Kamara unveils a new collaboration with Design Indaba in Niger
    Design Frontiers > African Design / Architecture & Interiors / Design Activism / Urban & Landscape Design
    The Artisan Valley is a whimsical promenade with spaces for local artisans to show off their traditional fabrication processes. >
    20 Mar 19
  • Meet the women who led the charge at Design Indaba Conference 2019
    Design News > Design Activism / Design Thinking
    These talented women include Wanuri Kahiu, Annabelle Selldorf, Ane Crabtree, Mariam Kamara and Faith XLVII. >
    21 Feb 19
  • Mariam Kamara
    Mariam Kamara
    Her work is guided by the belief that architects have an important role to play in spaces that have the power to elevate, dignify, and provide a better life. >
    27 Nov 18
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    Niger-based architect Mariam Kamara to be mentored by Sir David Adjaye
    Design News > African Design / Architecture & Interiors
    The two architects will work together for two years as part of the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative. >
    8 Feb 18
  • 3 young African architects focussing on human-centred design
    Next Generation > African Design / Architecture & Interiors
    With our attention on shelter solutions, we highlight three young African architects committed to changing their landscapes. >
    11 Nov 15
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