A new report published by Build It reviews our approach to sustainable building and provides recommendations on the way forwards.
Good design can improve a community building in many ways and make it a more pleasant place to study, work or visit. For example, our health clinic in Nchute, on the suggestion of local women, broke with tradition by separating the maternity unit from the main clinic to give pregnant women more privacy.
We aim for light, cool spaces with easy access for those with disabilities. This generally does not cost any more than standard designs but the difference in convenience and comfort can be huge.