AE Digest 4th Ediditon

...inclined to solve ARCHITECTURAL EXPLOIT DIGEST

₦3000 $15.1 £10.4 ₵59.5

2 AE DIGEST NIA 2016 PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES
DATE ACTIVITY REMARK
January 11 NIA Secretariat Resumes Abuja
January 23 Strategic Committee Meeting Abuja
January 28 - Visit to Schools of Architecture in
February 5 South East Geo-Political Zone Abia, Anambra,
February 9 NIA Executive Council 2015 - 2017: Meeting No. 2 Eboyin, Enugu, Imo
February 29 - Visit to Schools of Architecture in
March 4 South West Geo-Political Zone Lagos
Strategic committee Meeting Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun,
March Ondo, Osun, Oyo
March NIA PPE
March 26 Relaunch of NIA Journal TBD
March 28 - Visit to Schools of Architecture in North East Geo-Political Zone All Courses
April 1
Founder's Day Celebration In Bauchi Abuja
April 5 - 7 NIA Executive Council 2015 - 2017 : Meeting No. 3 Adamawa, Bauchi,
April 5 PDW / 16 / 01 - Professional Development Workshop
April 6 Bornu, Gombe,
April 7 1st Quarterly Dinner 2016 Taraba, Yo

April 5 - 7 Roll-Out Student's Competition #01 Bauchi
Lunching of NIA S.A.C Trust Fund Bauchi
April 25 - 26 Bauchi
May 4 - 7 Architects Colloquium 2016 Bauchi
Lagos Architect Forum 2016
May LAF 7.0: Evolving Architecture Abuja
May 16 - 20 Strategic Committee Meeting Lagos
Visit to Schools of Architecture in
May 19 - 21 North Central Geo-Political Zone TTBD
Benue, FCT, Kogi,
The AIA National Convention and Design Exposition Kwara, Nassarawa,

Niger, Plateau
Philadelphia, USA

AE DIGEST 3 May 30 - June 3 Visit to School of Architecture in Jigawa, Kaduna,
North West Geo-Political Zone Kano, Kastina,
June 7 Kebbi, Sokoto,
June 8 NIA Executive Council 2015 - 2017 : Meeting No. 4
June 8 Distinguished Lecture Series: Arc. Vivian Uku. FNIA. PPNIA Zamfara
Benin
July 4 - 9 Award of Prizes to Winners of Benin
July Students Competition #01 Benin
July
July Architecture Students International Tour Ghana / Ethiopia
Strategic Committee Meeting TBD
August 2 TBD
August 2-4 PDW / 16 / 02 - Professional Development Workshop TBD
2nd Quarterly Dinner 2016 Abuja
August Abuja
Septenber 6-8 NIA Executive Coumcil 2015 - 2017: Meeting No. 5 Abuja
Roll-Out Student Competition #02
September 12-16 ARCHIBUILT 2016 Dubai, UAE
September 26-30
September 26-30 2016 Cityscape International Convention And All Courses
Exhibition Port Harcourt
October 3 NIA PPE Port Harcourt
October 4
October 10-21 West Africa Architecture Festival - 1st Edition All State Chapters
WAAF Students Workshop Award of Prizes to TBD
October 16-21
Winners of Students Competition #02 All State Chapters
November 22 World Architecture Day Celebration
November 23-26 NIA Executive Council 2015 - 2017: Meeting No. 6 Shenshen,
November 23-26 Career Development for Architecture Students by Guangzhou,
Hong Kong
December 16 Private Practices During AGM 2016
CTBUH 2016 International Conference
TBD
NIA Executive Council 2015 - 2017: Meeting No. 7 During AGM 2016
56th Anual General Meeting and Conference (AGM 2016)
Abuja
Architecture Students Workshop & Entertainment
NIA Secretariat Closes

AE Digest is a quarterly publication CONTENTS
of Zumbac Consult.
48
Send suggestions and contributions
to 123, Ogunlana Drive, Surulere,

Lagos, Nigeria.
Tel: +234 704 626 2163
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.aedigest.com.ng

13 14

Interview with the MD
of Atlantic Exhibition
the organizers of
Buildmacex and
Interior.

23

18 Brand-scape Design, an article on
branding in Architecture.

58 The 2016 Lagos Architect Forum

4 AE DIGEST

24 A look into Structural Integrity and
Failure as it affects our environment.

30 21 Glad to have another opportunity to
relate to great minds of the architecture
Event coverage of profession. It’s my joy to be part of what
2015 CED Magazine brings you dose of inspiration within
award. the shores of Nigeria and around the
world through the AE digest medium.
42
A lot has happened since our last
32 edition, one of which is the induction
28 Archi Expo 2015 maiden edition of new NIA president Arc. Tonye Oliver
Braide. I would like to congratulate him
held at Unilag. on the new role of taking Architecture in
Nigeria to greater heights and promise
54 The 2015 Buildmacex and Interior. our readers an exclusive interview with
him in our upcoming edition. Another,
is on a sad note, the demise of an Icon of
the world of architecture, Zaha Hadid,
who happened to be our cover story in
our maiden edition. It is a great loss to
the architecture body and we pray her
legacy moves on.

In this edition, gracing our cover
is one of our Nigerian architect doing
exploits, Arc. Eromosele Anetor, he draws
us into his world and enlightens on
the architecture profession and practice.
Also in this edition are informative
articles that widens our scope in
branding and building integrity.

Filled with designs around the world
to inspire the reader more as architecture
is global, ideas and global trends should
be a vehicle we all don’t miss out on.

Thank you and enjoy reading

Cadmus Olugbenga G.
[email protected]

AE DIGEST 5

6 AE DIGEST QARCHITECTURAL
UOTES

Cadmus Olugbenga G.
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief
[email protected]

Faith Cadmus
Associate Editor
Momoh Jimoh Musa
Marketing & Client Service
AE Digest Media
Graphics & Layout
AE Digest Media

Photographer
Oluwafunmilayo Oluduro

Contributor

No part of AE Digest magazine
publications is allowed to be
reproduced in part or whole,
without the consent of the
publisher, violators are hereby
advised to desist fro the
infringement of intellectual
property and right.

Tokyo Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower

Architect: Tange Associates
Structural Engineer: Arup
Contractor: Shimizu Corporation
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Type: Educational facility
Height: 669 ft
Floors: 50
Construction Date: 2006 - 2008
Photographs: Wiiii/Wikimedia Commons

AE DIGEST 7

STUDENT DESIGN

12 AE DIGEST

ATLANTIC EXHIBITION INTERVIEW

MD CHAT
In an effort to leverage on a suitable marketing tools for the
betterment and a secure future of the construction industry
of Nigeria, in which Atlantic Exhibition have been highly
commended by the government and various experts of the
industry, AE Digest Musa Momoh had a brief chat with Mr
Ayodeji Olugbade, the Managing Director of Atlantic Exhibition on
the third day of the exclusive Buildmacex and Interiors Exhibition. Mr
Ayodeji who has taken this mantle of developments to other countries
across Africa in this exclusive interview said that his vast interest in the
construction industry is for the purpose of growth and infrastructural
development. Enjoy the rest of the interview excerpt!
Tell us about yourself?

My name is Ayodeji Olugbade, In the aspect of Nigeria and if you go to some schools in
the Managing Director of Turkey relationship staged Nigeria you will be surprise that
Atlantic Exhibition. We are the by this prestigious event, in some of them are still using old
organizer of the Buildmacex which way has it developed the materials that they are used to
and Interiors 2015 that’s just economy of both countries? and they impacts them on the
students. The students need to
concluded today. This is the Well it has, because when we be exposed to newer systems and
second edition and I am glad that look from the previous events we technologies that is emerging and
we were able to run a successful have been doing, this has brought growing vastly, besides, it’s not
event, this time we are looking at a lot of investors to Nigeria from also about the students alone, it’s
what will be the people's interest Turkey and if you go to Abuja, also about the business men in
and we thank God for giving us Kano and even Lagos here there the industry to come and learn
the grace for the success of the are lot of local manufacturers more on the challenges and
event. that are from Turkey and once ideas of the business, that is why
they are established here, we came up with the seminar
unemployment will be taken care sections so that those things will
You have a growing interest in of, infrastructure will be there, be impacted into them, questions
construction industry, what is and it will also empower small and interaction will take place
the drive? businesses and help the growth and the professionals from the
practices like those presidents of
Well, because I believe in of the country. Nigeria is also an various associations will be able
growth, we need to grow open market to Turkey investors to also share their experiences.
because Nigeria is developing, to come in and by trading on the
that is why building is very soil of Nigeria will enhance the You are bringing Turkish people
important. You know when economy of Turkey as well, so to Nigeria, what are you doing
you build; you keep building those are the areas that we are to take Nigerians to Turkey
because infrastructure is very trying to work out with.
important to development, and Thank you! The only thing we
if you look at the Western world need in that area is the support of
infrastructural developments What is your plan to integrate government; the Turkish people
actually determines the growth the Nigerian engineering are able to come to Nigeria just
in that country where old students related to construction
buildings are! Even old buildings into this annual event? ...Continues on page 66

need maintenance, so no mater We want the engineering AE DIGEST 13
renovation we do to old building students related to construction
it is still under development. That to come and see the new systems
is why I believe in growth, that and technologies that is being
once we build we are growing. use in this century because

One Thousand Museum

‘One thousand museum’ in Miami. Designed by zaha hadid, the residential p
its location opposite Museum Park, and offers views across Biscayne Bay towa
62-storey, 83-unit condominium tower is envisioned as ‘a continuous piece of
and boasts a wealth of luxury facilities such as: an aquatic center, a private hel
scenting — ‘inspired by Zaha Hadid’s architectural vision’.
‘One thousand museum’ is set to complete in 2017

14 AE DIGEST

FEATURE
DESIGN
One Thousand Museum appears as a continuous piece of
contemporary sculpture from the podium to the crown. The sensuous
curves of its white exoskeleton create a dynamic contrast with the
crystalline façade and define the unique shapes of magnificent private
terraces.

project takes its name from VISION
ards Miami Beach. The As Miami has transformed into a truly global city in recent years, it
f contemporary sculpture’, has become a prime location for the development of a world-class
lipad, and even custom residential skyscraper that will meet the expectations of clientele with
sophisticated taste. Beyond a prominent location distinguished by
unparalleled views and visibility, such a project demands an ambitious
creative vision, one that offers private ownership of an iconic piece of
architecture. One Thousand Museum is a celebration of excellence and
innovation. It is a bold physical statement about the essence of Miami
through the eyes of Dame Zaha Hadid.
Views
Located on a coveted property overlooking the green landscape and
contemporary architecture of Miami’s Museum Park, One Thousand
Museum boasts utterly breathtaking Biscayne Bay and Atlantic Ocean
views. Residences designed with East-to-West flow-through floor
plans capture this mesmerizing panorama, and multiple oversized
terraces extend the experience outward into the fresh air and tropical
sunlight. Views are even more masterful within the sculptural glass
crown of One Thousand Museum, where the double-height Aquatic
Center and Sky Lounge offer dramatic venues for fitness, relaxation,
and distinctive private events.

AE DIGEST 15

FEATURE

THE
WATER
MANSION

Acqua Liana is an oceanfront property with a private dock that – Meandering and swim-able
estate in Florida designed can accommodate yachts up to water gardens
by Frank McKinney. The 120 ft. – Lounge and lap pools
unique, water-themed home has The home features 7 bedrooms, – Reflecting pools
some interesting features such 11 bathrooms and also has a – Waterfall 16-person spa w/ fire
as: an aquarium wet bar, water 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom guest- feature
walls, water floors, waterfalls and house for a total of 15,071 square – Private lagoon plunge pool
lagoons. feet of living space. Acqua Liana is the first ultra-
Below we will tour this Acqua Liana features a first ever luxury home to obtain triple
extravagant property and glass “water floor” with hand- “green” certification through the
highlight the incredible features painted tiles in a Monet-inspired U.S. Green Building Council, the
and learn how it became the first Lotus garden motif illuminated Florida Green Building Coalition
luxury home to obtain triple below the surface. There’s also and Energy Star for Homes.
“green” certification through the the 2,000 gallon arched aquarium
U.S. Green Building Council wet bar with 100 exotic fish (seen
(LEED Silver), the Florida Green in the first picture). Other water
Building Coalition and Energy features include:
Star for Homes. – 24-foot oceanfront sheeting
Acqua Liana (Tahitian and Fijian water walls
for “water flower”) is set upon 1.6 – 10-foot kitchen and dining
acres with 150 feet of oceanfront water wall
in Manalapan Beach, Florida. – Oversize garage with sub-
There is also an Intracoastal surface windows peering into
Waterway on the other end of the pool

48 AE DIGEST

AE DIGEST 49

BUILDMACEX AND INTERIOR

2015

T he BUILDMACEX AND INTERIORS NIGERIA 2015 took place in the new Exhibition Center, Eko
Hotels and Suite, Victoria Island, Lagos on the 20th to 22nd of October, 2015
The Annual Event is the largest gathering of stake holders in the Building and Construction
Industry of West Africa, featuring Exhibition, Seminars on Building, Architecture, Machinery,
Construction and Interior decoration. The admission free three days grand raffle hot event had the capacity
of close to 100 exhibitors from various part of the world, includes: Turkey, Nigeria, Germany, Italy, China,
UAE and USA and was attended by over 1700 people.
The event was opened by the Executive Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode
and the Executive Governor of Kaduna State, His Excellency, Mallam Nuhu El-
Rufai and endorsed by NACCIMA, NIA, NIQS. Sponsored by Airtel and many
other corporate organizations, key speakers at the event were; Former National
President of NIA (Arc. Whaheed Brimmo, Pnia, Fnia) National President NIOB,
National President NIQS and National President IDAN
Following the slogan of the event which says
DISCOVER. LEARN. NETWORK. Professionals from
various practices related to the industry and Student
of Architecture, Students of Quantity Surveyor and
other Students related to the industry from various
Universities and Polytechnics in Nigeria were also
admitted in various
Seminar Classes where the
industry Expert Speakers
taught them exclusive
topics like Innovation

and Emerging Technologies,
key Ideas and Business of
the Industry. pronounced
The event was

54 AE DIGEST

the best of its kind by experts, following the fact that quality
products were displayed by the exhibitors and lots of transactions
took place. And it may interest you to know that such
wonderful event was staged by ATLANTIC EXHIBITION, an
indigenous company in Nigeria that is specialized in exhibition
business.
Mr Ayodeji
Olugbade,
the Managing
Director of

Atlantic Exhibition, in his
Welcome Address said!
I would like to express
my sincere appreciation
and gratitude on behalf
of Atlantic Exhibitions and other guests to the
Executive Governors of Lagos & Kaduna States,
His Excellency, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode & His
Excellency, Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai for accepting
our invitation and for your commitment and
enthusiasm that is truly gracing this event. Our sincere thanks go to our generous
corporate sponsors who have contributed immensely to the success of this
event. I truly wish to extend a warm welcome to all the dignitaries, special guest
of honors, corporate partners, sponsors and our exhibitors. I am certain that
with the array of eminent speakers and moderators that have been lined up
for this 3 days conference, participants will be bound to attain more knowledge,
information and understanding regarding the latest trends emerging in our ever-changing construction &
building technology, economic environment and marketing investment potentials. BUILDMACEX AND
INTERIORS NIGERIA, Oct. 2015 has come just at the right time, when we are seeing an increasing trend
globally for networking, conferences and new approaches in developing nations. Development of Nigeria
is very much recognized and truly vital to all of us. We as Atlantic Exhibitions personally are ready to be
part of this great initiative of Government to support and bring investment opportunities in Nigeria. He
concluded.
The pictures has the rest of the story, enjoy the view!

AE DIGEST 55

68 AE DIGEST