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Why Makuti roof is a lasting feature in Coast hotel designs

The ‘makuti’ thatch continues to be a symbol of prestige and cultural attraction in most Coastal beach hotels.

Makuti is derived from dried palm leaves and is a common roofing material in the region.

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