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    Raw earth, a sustainable response to the housing crisis in burkina faso
    (İstanbul Gedik Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, 2025) Dama, Louis Judicael Chadrak; Ghasemlounia, Redvan
    Burkina Faso is one of several sub-Saharan African nations facing an acute housing shortage. As urbanization increases and traditional knowledge fades, the search for sustainable, affordable, and culturally resonant building solutions becomes more urgent. This thesis focuses on stamped concrete, a modern technique that can imitate traditional aesthetics, and investigates its relevance within the Burkinabè architectural landscape. The study explores how the population perceives stamped concrete in terms of aesthetics, cultural identity, durability, and cost. It also examines the broader technical, social, and economic conditions that influence the material's adoption. A structured 33-question survey was administered to 200 respondents across five regions, including both rural and urban areas. Responses revealed strong support for traditional patterns and colors, such as geometric motifs and earthy tones, which many associate with cultural pride and heritage. Despite these positive perceptions, challenges persist. Stamped concrete is considered relatively expensive. Local expertise in its application remains limited. And some doubt its suitability for Burkina Faso's hot and dry climate. These concerns, coupled with the lack of standardized regulation and training, hinder widespread acceptance. Nonetheless, the findings suggest stamped concrete could serve as a bridge between innovation and tradition. Many respondents expressed willingness to recommend it for public buildings and saw it as a material that blends beauty, strength, and cultural relevance. The thesis concludes with targeted recommendations: training artisans and architects, increasing public awareness, improving access to materials, and piloting culturally sensitive projects. If supported by policy and investment, stamped concrete could offer a durable, context-appropriate alternative to imported materials. Ultimately, this research proposes that stamped concrete, when adapted to local needs and values, holds the potential to transform construction practices in Burkina Faso contributing to both architectural resilience and cultural continuity.
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    Stamped concrete as a solution to improve the aesthetics of buildings in Burkina Faso: an analysis of the visual impact of stamped concrete on local architecture
    (İstanbul Gedik Üniversitesi, Lisansüstü Eğitim Enstitüsü, 2025) Dama, Louis Judicael Chadrak; Ghasemlounia, Redvan
    Burkina Faso is one of several sub-Saharan African nations facing an acute housing shortage. As urbanization increases and traditional knowledge fades, the search for sustainable, affordable, and culturally resonant building solutions becomes more urgent. This thesis focuses on stamped concrete, a modern technique that can imitate traditional aesthetics, and investigates its relevance within the Burkinabè architectural landscape. The study explores how the population perceives stamped concrete in terms of aesthetics, cultural identity, durability, and cost. It also examines the broader technical, social, and economic conditions that influence the material's adoption. A structured 33-question survey was administered to 200 respondents across five regions, including both rural and urban areas. Responses revealed strong support for traditional patterns and colors, such as geometric motifs and earthy tones, which many associate with cultural pride and heritage. Despite these positive perceptions, challenges persist. Stamped concrete is considered relatively expensive. Local expertise in its application remains limited. And some doubt its suitability for Burkina Faso's hot and dry climate. These concerns, coupled with the lack of standardized regulation and training, hinder widespread acceptance. Nonetheless, the findings suggest stamped concrete could serve as a bridge between innovation and tradition. Many respondents expressed willingness to recommend it for public buildings and saw it as a material that blends beauty, strength, and cultural relevance. The thesis concludes with targeted recommendations: training artisans and architects, increasing public awareness, improving access to materials, and piloting culturally sensitive projects. If supported by policy and investment, stamped concrete could offer a durable, context-appropriate alternative to imported materials. Ultimately, this research proposes that stamped concrete, when adapted to local needs and values, holds the potential to transform construction practices in Burkina Faso contributing to both architectural resilience and cultural continuity.