After receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from Cornell University, Olalekan Jeyifous, a Nigerian-born, Brooklyn-based artist and designer, based his focus on applying various computer software in the creation of art, design and architecture. His project, Shanty Mega Structures, enabled him build an architectural sculpture of Lagos in the future.
Presently home to almost 20 million inhabitants, 57 local governments and the largest varieties of ethnicity and culture in Nigeria, Lagos is the fastest growing city in Africa. With a population density in the metropolitan areas of over 20,000 people per square mile, Africa’s busiest metropolis is a place of great optimism, despite the over-crowding and heavy traffic. Lagos still holds an important role in Nigeria as ‘the centre of excellence!’
Here is what the great city of Lagos could look like in the future, according to Olalekan:
PIX 1:Lagos-02_Idumota-Roadway_1200 The streets of Idumota. Photo credit: Shenzhen Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
Lagos-03_Falomo-Roundabout_1200 Architectural representation of the very busy Falomo Roundabout. Photo-credit: Shenzhen Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
Lagos-05_Makoko-Canal_1200 Makoko canal. Photo-credit: Shenzhen Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
z01_1250 Commuting on the streets of Lagos. Photo-credit: Shenzhen Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
Lagos-04_Aerial_1200 Aerial view of the streets of Lagos. Photo-credit: Shenzhen Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
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