Rooted in the landscape of Dakar, Senegal, this ecological housing project embraces one of the world’s oldest building traditions: terre pisé, or rammed earth construction. The design pairs the thermal mass and natural character of compacted earth walls with a thoughtfully organised single-story floor plan, creating a home that stays cool in the heat without relying on mechanical systems.
The layout centres around a generous living room (salon) and private bedroom (chambre), with a kitchen and utility spaces arranged for ease of daily life. Covered terraces extend the living areas outdoors, blurring the line between interior comfort and the open air. A pool area anchors the rear of the site, creating a private retreat shaded by the building’s own form.
Structurally, the walls combine stabilised rammed earth panels with thermal insulation detailing, ensuring both durability and energy performance. The project demonstrates that traditional materials — when applied with care and technical precision — can produce homes that are beautiful, practical, and deeply connected to their place.
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