Remesha Design Lab

Remesha Design Lab is a multi-faceted research and design studio that specializes in landscape design, public realm planning and public art. Our practice is inspired by indigenous systems and Afrofuturism: a liberatory school of thought that combines ancient wisdom from Africa with technology and creativity to envision social change and alternative futures. We are on a mission to design beautiful and healing landscapes inspired by ancestral wisdom and Afrocentric values. We envision a future with an abundance of places that sustain culture, interconnectedness, and joy. remesha (v) is a Kirundi word that means to uplift, to give hope, or to encourage. It can also translate to improving a person’s social and emotional conditions. Remesha Design Lab was created in 2020 as an intention for founder Divine Ndemeye to be involved in work that is impactful and uplifting. It was also the clearest path towards working in environments that allow for curiosity and playfulness, as well as opportunities to develop–or be a part of–projects that highlight humanity and celebrate culture.