"We create authentic outdoor spaces and buildings for people who care about wellness, sustainable materials, and time-tested craftsmanship."
— Chadrac Agbodjogbe (Omon Abule Sowo)
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Designing living spaces where dimensions and proportions allow easy circulation and the activities of daily life.
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Natural lighting, natural ventilation, acoustic insulation, protection against mosquitoes and dust are the essential ingredients of our architecture.
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Architecture is a science that evolves with climates and cultures. For us, buildings must adapt to their environment.
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Architecture is a timeless work of art. We create to celebrate the beauty of nature.
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Every project is a subject of research to explore in our creative laboratory. Research allows us to deliver tailor-made and sustainable solutions.
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Communication is an essential tool in our design approach; it helps facilitate human exchanges where languages and customs are no longer barriers to building functional and aesthetic living spaces.
Our Services
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Comfort and prestige are at the heart of the design. It brings together projects where architecture must evoke emotion and provide a wellness experience.
- Luxury hotels and boutique hotels.
- Tourist residences and resorts.
- Wellness spaces, spas and saunas.
- Reception halls and VIP lounges.
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The art of designing unique living spaces, tailored to contemporary lifestyles and respectful of their environment. We value thermal comfort, natural light and sustainability.
- Exceptional villas and country houses.
- Collective housing and eco-neighbourhoods.
- Renovations, extensions and additions to existing buildings.
- Bespoke interior design.
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We design stimulating workspaces that foster productivity, employee well-being and reflect a company's brand identity.
- Corporate headquarters and office buildings.
- Coworking spaces and flexible third places.
- Connected meeting rooms and relaxation areas.
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Inspiring, safe and adaptable architecture, designed to support the learning and growth of future generations.
- Nurseries and kindergartens.
- Schools (primary, middle and high schools).
- University campuses and research centres.
- Modern libraries and media centres.
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The creation of strong visual and spatial identities where the architectural layout optimises service flow while elevating the culinary experience.
- Fine dining restaurants and trendy bistros.
- Premium fast-food concepts.
- Cafés, tea rooms and concept bars.
- Professional kitchens.
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Public or private spaces dedicated to culture, sport and relaxation, designed to welcome the public in optimal conditions of comfort and safety.
- Sports complexes, gymnasiums and swimming pools.
- Performance venues, cinemas and cultural centres.
- Indoor leisure parks and play areas.
- Exhibition pavilions and art galleries.
Publications & Distinctions
About
Abule Sowo is an architectural design studio that develops form languages and concepts with a sense of place.
The work is informed by ongoing research into West African building traditions, local materials, and the typologies of contemporary architecture. The practice takes on residential, hospitality, and cultural projects, from individual properties to community-scale proposals.
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Sikcodji, Cotonou, Benin
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