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Local Architecture

ClassNotes Team 2 MIN READUPDATED 17 JUL 2026

WEEK 10&11.

 Topic: Local architecture

Subtitle: Types of Architecture

Learning Objectives: At the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. define local architecture

2 List the materials needed for local architecture

3 List the types of architecture

Resources and materials:

Scheme of work

Online information

All relevant materials

Cultural and creative arts textbook

CONTENT

MEANING OF LOCAL ARCHITECTURE

Local architecture is described as a built environment that is based upon local needs; defined by the availability of particular materials indigenous to its particular region; and reflects local traditions and cultural practices. Traditionally, the study of local architecture did not examine formally schooled architects, but instead that the design skills and tradition of local builders, who were rarely…