JUST IN: Kenyan Architects ‘Deeply Concerned’ Over The Mutilation of State House
The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has raised serious concerns about ongoing renovations at State House, warning that key changes could erode its historical and cultural significance. Although the association acknowledges the need for structural upgrades, it fears the building’s original neo-classical integrity is being lost. Designed in 1907 by Sir Herbert Baker (1862–1946), State House was initially a prime example of the neo-classical style, marked by balanced proportions and distinctive columns. Its symmetry and repetition once symbolized enduring architectural principles. Over time, Nairobi’s State House has come to represent defining moments in Kenya’s political and social evolution, making its
The post Kenyan Architects ‘Deeply Concerned’ Over The Mutilation of State House appeared first on Nairobi Wire. Read More