The Impact Of Poor Construction Building And The Role Of Sustainable Architecture In Case Of Hargeisa City Somaliland.

Abstract

This Research Investigates The Critical Impacts Of Poor Construction And Explores The Transformative Role Of Sustainable Architecture In Hargeisa, Somaliland, A City Experiencing Rapid Urbanization Often Accompanied By Inadequate Building Practices. Employing A Mixed-Methods Research Design, The Study Utilized Purposive Sampling For Selecting Construction Professionals And Government Officials, And Random Sampling For Residents. Data Was Gathered Through Semi-Structured Interviews With Diverse Stakeholders Including Officials From Government Ministry Of Public Works And Housing, And The Ministry Of Environment, Local Government Bodies, Representatives From Private Construction Companies And Professional Organizations, Alongside Structured Surveys With Residents, And An Analysis Of Relevant Documents. Key Findings Reveal Prevalent Issues Such As Compromised Safety, Poor Durability, And Negative Environmental Consequences Stemming From Substandard Materials, A Lack Of Skilled Labor, And Weak Regulatory Enforcement. Despite These Challenges, The Research Identified Strong Public Support For Sustainable Architectural Solutions, Recognizing Their Potential For Energy Efficiency, Resource Conservation, And Improved Living Conditions. However, Significant Barriers, Including High Initial Costs, Limited Awareness, Inadequate Resources, And Challenging Government Regulations, Hinder Widespread Adoption. The Study Concludes By Emphasizing The Urgent Need For Multi-Faceted Interventions, Including Strengthening Regulatory Frameworks, Enhancing Technical Capacity Through Training, Raising Public Awareness, And Fostering Greater Community Involvement To Integrate Sustainable Practices Into Hargeisa's Urban Development, Thereby Promoting A Safer, More Resilient, And Environmentally Sound Built Environment.