EKSU Journal of the Management Scientists

An Empirical Review on Affordable Housing Estate Using Vernacular Architecture in Lagos State

Abstract

Examining the possibilities of affordable housing estates with a touch of vernacular architecture, this empirical review delves into the core of Lagos State's housing problems. This study highlights the complex relationship between housing shortages, maintenance culture, and governance difficulties in Lagos by drawing on a thorough examination of recent studies.  By examining the interplay between vernacular architecture, sustainable design, and community engagement, the review offers valuable insights into addressing these challenges. It emphasizes how crucial it is to combine sustainable design techniques with vernacular architectural principles to produce affordable, ecologically friendly, culturally appropriate, and socially inclusive housing solutions.  Using a qualitative methodology, this study examines previous research on affordable housing and vernacular architecture that was published in relevant academic journals to do an empirical review.  The research concludes by showing how urgent it is to address the lack of housing, enhance the culture of maintenance, and raise the affordability, sustainability, and cultural significance of the state's housing estates. It therefore recommends promoting collaborative efforts across stakeholders to develop thriving, resilient housing estates that honour Lagosians' history and ambitions.