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July 22, 2026
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The futuristic buildings where residential and commercial spaces merge

The futuristic buildings where residential and commercial spaces merge

Think of it. You live in a place where you no longer drive or commute to work. Your office is on the fifth floor of a 55th-floor building. Your apartment is on the 20th floor of the same building...

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The article explores the concept of futuristic buildings that integrate residential and commercial spaces, exemplified by Morocco's Mohammed VI Tower, and discusses its potential adoption and challenges in Kenya.

  • The Mohammed VI Tower in Rabat, Morocco, is a mixed-use skyscraper housing residences, offices, a hotel, retail, and recreational facilities.
  • An architect suggests such models suit workers far from families but are likely to attract high-value clients, not ordinary citizens.
  • Concerns are raised about Kenya's urban planning, potential for corruption, and the unsuitability of such dense urban living for those seeking quietude.

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