Heading a studio that works in Hargeisa, the capital city of Somaliland, and London, Rashid Ali represents a bold attempt to understand the role of architecture as an essential tool for rethinking socialization. Minimal actions, costs reduced as much as possible, attention to local cultures and a strong sense of identity: these are the pillars of Ali’s vision and the guidelines for a studio committed to designing spaces which are both iconic objects and platforms for the right to stay.
