Architecture of societies in transition * the case of the Maasai of Kenya

Article written by: Faculty of Architecture, Design and Development, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197, Nairobi, Kenya
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"The Maasai of Kenya are such a group that in a relatively short period have undergone revolutionary transformation as a casual observation may reveal. This paper investigates whether there is any relationship between their new built forms and their current cultural values. Using a number of identi"ed culture } change variables including land tenure, education, religion, occupation, and rite of passage, the paper analyses what impact changes in these variables has on the Maasai settlements. "

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