A Lesson of Sustainability Given by The Tropical Modernism in Kinshasa: The BCB Headquarters by Maurice Houyoux

The tropical region is often considered as a where the sun shines intensely and temperature varies at certain times of year. In case Congo, average weather condition cool, however, there have been cases reached up to 43° C. It therefore imperative for buildings in this take into account variation while considering comfort users. During design construction Bank Belgian availability data assist architect Maurice Houyoux meeting challenge was unavailable. had be creative planning overcoming challenges posed by environment. This paper seeks examine issues confronted solutions he provided ensure that building functional responded challenges. undertaking study, historical approach adopted through review relevant literature on designs within period development bank. An observation method also deployed verify some information found literature. findings are presented using pictures sketches explain key showed despite reduced number published designing such region, able existing discuss with users other constructions obtain data. respond peculiar requirements functional. concludes local materials traditional builders can used achieve contemporary fits context towards sustainable architecture.