Kenya's building code took a genuine step forward in 2024. By recognizing stabilized soil blocks, timber frames and rammed earth construction, the revised code acknowledged something that has long been obvious to many Kenyans: stone and cement are not the only legitimate ways to construct safe and durable homes. The change was important because it opened the regulatory door to building methods that can be...
When buying or building a family home in Kenya, buyers naturally focus on bedrooms, the kitchen, living room, parking, compound size and location. There is, however, another space that deserves more thoughtful attention: the Domestic Staff Quarters, commonly known as the DSQ. For many households, a DSQ can provide essential accommodation for domestic support, while for others it may eventually serve an...
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