Design Narrative

The Belem family of six, a single mother and her five children, have migrated from central Burkina Faso, to the Southwest region of the country. With the Mossi people being the largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso, they are known to be a strong group capable of preserving their identity and social structure, even against the most powerful forces. Due to the strong values of family placed throughout Mossi’s society, their culture thrives off cohesiveness which their shelters intend to provide. While occupying this shelter, the Belem family will sustain ongoing relations with other Mossi community members who have traveled to Southwest Burkina Faso in search of the same opportunities. Their new habitat will help aid the Belem family as they navigate life under unfamiliar environmental conditions by providing both security and growth through the cohesiveness of their community.

Sleeping Quarters Perspective

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