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Miami Modern, or MiMo, represents a significant regional adaptation of Mid-Century Modern architecture that emerged in South Florida following World War II.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
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Miami Beach, Florida, USA - The Creek South Beach, originally named The Ankara Motel, overlooking a waterway. Credit: Felix Mizioznikov
The challenge for Nigerian urban development lies in integrating the vibrancy of informal architecture into long-term planning without erasing its spontaneity. Formalizing markets can bring improved sanitation, safety, and infrastructure, but heavy-handed regulation risks stripping away the adaptability that makes these spaces thrive.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Photography
Mathias Owa Martins