Coast development to boost Swahili architecture, artisans

Sultan Palace Development Ltd has said it will go with Swahili architectural aspects in its upcoming coastal holiday retreat. It has deployed leading coastal craftsman, Said Swabu, and a team of 12 artisans that he has trained in partnership with two Swahili cultural centres based in Mombasa and Lamu, to imprint Swahili designs and skills into the fabric of the new coastal development.

“The incorporation of this ancient craft is geared towards creating a modern fusion of the Swahili Arabic architectural design, giving an authentic yet modern feel, and offering an intimate atmosphere, and seclusion, with a sense of well being,” said Sultan Palace Development General Manager Liu Tiancai. The manager argues that the building techniques are ideally suited to the coastal climate and environment, naturally maintaining cool atmospheres during the hottest periods of the year.