South Africa’s modern rondavels: family homes may be changing, but traditions remain
Architectural changes have not altered the cultural norms, values, habits and behaviours attached to Xhosa rondavels.
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Out of Africa: The Rise of the Thatched Roof
South African John Roston Smith specializes in thatched roofs, which are gaining popularity in other parts of the world. WSJ's Patrick McGroarty visits with him at several work sites.
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Re-thatching of steep roofs in Shirakawa-go back after break
SHIRAKAWA, Gifu Prefecture--Villagers in this renowned UNESCO World Heritage site came together to re-thatch the roof of a multitiered house here for the first time in five years on May 13.