Andrew Amara wins bp grant

2025 berkeley prize committee 2 minute read

Recognized as an initial recipient of the 2025 Berkeley Prize Grant Opportunity for continued excellence in social architecture and community development.

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Odek centre wins 5th international lafargeholcim award

2018 lafargeholcim foundation 3 minute read

Andrew Amara and Philip Murungi recognized for sustainable construction. Only 12 winners from 5,085 entries across 121 countries. Judge praised "exuberant and playful transformation of a healing centre."

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Through the looking-glass in uganda

2018 lafargeholcim foundation 4 minute read

In-depth feature on the Odek Center for Nodding Disease project showcasing sustainable construction design and community-centered healing spaces.

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Andrew Amara receives founders award

2017 architecture for humanity 2 minute read

Recognition for Paicho Huts project—proposal converting army outpost into clinic, community center, market and memorial gallery for post-conflict rural restoration.

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Andrew Amara honored by berkeley prize committee

2016 berkeley prize committee 3 minute read

Recognition for community development work with vulnerable populations and contributions to architectural discourse in Africa.

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Town build: participatory housing for 150 households

2016 ashoka changemakers 5 minute read

Feature on innovative low-cost housing project in Nansana addressing urban sprawl through inclusive, sustainable development and community participation.

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Book-inspired architectural concept for varna

2016 varna library competition 2 minute read

International competition entry featuring book-inspired design encouraging exploration of city archives and contemporary library spaces.

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Kampala is a messy city - architects

2017 new vision 4 minute read

Studio Flame's research chair at Uganda Society of Architects discusses urban planning challenges and development strategies for Kampala.

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