Tanzania is an East African country with a population of over 60 million people. About 70% of the population lives in rural areas, which often have very poor living conditions. Most families live in traditional mud and straw huts with poor hygiene and comfort. A design competition was organized to create a new home for the Jorejick family that respects their culture and traditions. The family consists of five adults and ten children. The competition required the development of at least six bedrooms, two kitchens, an open living room, and an outdoor space, including an area for animals, storage, and bathrooms. The concept of the house is based on the Tanzania symbol of the region, which is two circles that stand for solitariness and wholeness. Putting the shapes together created a conceptual design solution for the layout of the house. The structure of the building includes two inverted half circles, where one of the half circles is dedicated to the private part of the house and garden, and the other half is the public area, which includes the living room and kitchen. Every corner of the house is easily accessible through a pathway created around the building. The new home should also have the possibility of a kitchen inside and outside to respect their traditions and life routines.

The whole structure of the house is made of bamboo columns and beams, which are not only durable but also affordable and available in the area. Compressed earth blocks were used for the wall structure, which is a commonly used material in Africa, and the production creates jobs for locals. The interior spaces are designed to be minimal but provide all the necessities that the family needs. Since many places in Africa struggle with bathroom systems, it is suggested to place them farther away from the building. We also value the efficient use of rainwater. A tank that collects the rainwater from the angled roof provides water for the shower, bathroom, and gardens. Through the intention of a filtering system, drinking water can be provided. The improvement of the life quality of the family was our main focus during the design process. We believe that everyone deserves a home where they are protected, can spend time together, and also have privacy. These might be things that are very common for first-world countries, but this is a luxury. We believe nobody should take it for granted to have a home, because having a home is the most valuable thing someone can have.