The Value of Precedent Usage in The Design Process of Architecture Students in Nigerian Universities
This study investigates the role and value of precedent analysis in the architectural design process of
Nigerian universities. While precedent studies are a mandatory component of the studio method employed in design
pedagogy, research into their effectiveness and application remains limited. This research examines how design
mentors perceive the value of precedent studies in the design process, expectations from student case studies, and
current practices across Nigerian architecture schools.
Inclusive Design: Principle-Based Case Studies of the Nigerian Built-Up Space
Inclusive Design (ID) is a paradigm that is hinged on the basic need to accommodate the variegated needs
of all individuals, irrespective of their age, ability, and social and financial status as they interact with a livable space.
As urbanization accelerates across our clime, the need for accessible, equitable, and user-centred spaces has
become increasingly crucial. Even though the Nigerian built space is making concerted efforts to latch into the
philosophy of Inclusive Design (ID), there are still observable shortfalls in the adoption of associated inclusivity
strategies in its housing development schemes.