Housing construction in the Sahel as an element of the socio-natural system. Vectors of resilience Cover Image

Budownictwo mieszkalne w Sahelu jako element systemu społeczno-przyrodniczego. Kierunki adaptacji do zmian
Housing construction in the Sahel as an element of the socio-natural system. Vectors of resilience

Author(s): Sylwia Kulczyk, Marek Kulczyk
Subject(s): Human Geography, Human Ecology, Rural and urban sociology
Published by: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: Sahel; building; change; socio-ecological system;

Summary/Abstract: The article discusses the current patterns and trends of changes in the housing of the Sahel. A house and a way it is constructed connects social and ecological systems. The paper describes how traditional construction and material solutions are adapted to the changing needs of users. It highlights that maintaining connectivity with the local natural system promotes sustainable housing.

  • Issue Year: 67/2022
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 95-104
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Polish