

MAKABA NDUENGA
Hi, I’m Makaba Nduenga, and I’m excited to introduce you to Original Design and Build (ODAB Africa)! At ODAB, we bring your dreams to life with innovative designs rooted in African heritage and modern craftsmanship. From bespoke architectural solutions to custom interiors and furniture, our mission is to create beautiful, functional spaces that inspire.
Based in The Gambia, we’re passionate about empowering local talent and transforming ideas into stunning realities. Ready to embark on your next design journey? Let’s make it happen together!
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📞 +220-241-8037
✉️ odabafrica@gmail.com
🌍 www.odabafrica.com

BENA 1 Bedroom (Adobe Mud Hut)
Bena means “one” in the Wolof language. This one-bedroom mud hut features an en-suite bathroom and a semi-open-plan kitchen, dining area, lounge, and office, a cutting-edge design maximising the use of indoor and outdoor space.

BENA 2 & 3 Bedroom (Adobe Mud Hut)
The multi-bedroom Bena Adobe Mud Huts expand the original design into larger, sustainable circular homes. The 2-Bedroom offers 2 en-suite rooms with a shared semi-open kitchen, dining, and living area, while the 3-Bedroom adds a master suite, 2 additional en-suites, and extra space for cooking, laundry, and storage. Both layouts blend traditional adobe style with modern comfort, airflow, and eco-friendly living.

FULA (Adobe Mud Hut)
Fula is the name of an African tribe. This is a large two-bedroom mud hut with en-suite, generously proportioned rooms, a supreme bedroom with a patio, a home office, open plan lounge diner, guest W/C built with our natural earth blocks (unrendered in its natural state), ECO Seashell Render can be applied if preferred

MANDINKA (Adobe Mud Hut)
Mandinka is the name of an African tribe. This is a three-bedroom mud hut with en-suite, open plan kitchen, lounge, diner, a large front veranda, generously proportioned rooms, a guest W/C, a swimming pool and clients have the option to choose from different types of pool shapes and sizes or build without a swimming pool

KUNTA KINTEH (Adobe Mud Hut)
The Kunta Kinteh Round House Mud Hut: Where Heritage Meets Modern Living. Inspired by traditional West African architecture, this unique circular mud house blends sustainability, culture, and comfort. symbolising comfort in one timeless design.
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KURINGO (Cowry)
The Kuringo (Cowry) mud hut is a perfect example of old meets new in a beautiful blend of old tech with modern aesthetics to create a home that is not only comfortable but stylish, setting new standards for simple luxury that will last, comprising 2 guest bedrooms with a shared shower room, a spacious supreme bedroom with walk-in closet, en- suite with a bath, shower and enclosed W/C.

LOLO-FULANJANG
Lolo-Fulanjang means “the second star” in Mandinka. This is a large two-bedroom, an en-suite, walk-in closet, home office, laundry room/store, inside and outside kitchen and a star gazing terrace

LOLO-SABANJANG
Lolo-Sabanjang means “the third star” in Mandinka. This is a large three-bedroom design at the top of the Lolo design concept in terms of size, function & luxury, all rooms with en-suite, home office, kitchen and entertainment roof terrace

LOLO-BAA
Lolo-Baa means “bigger star” in Mandinka. This is a larger 3-bedroom design at the top of the Lolo design concept in terms of size, function & luxury, all rooms with en-suite, a home office, a kitchen and a large entertainment roof terrace

Luxury Redefined: Custom Creations for Unique Spaces
Whether it’s discreet home spaces or work spaces, ODAB Africa’s designs turn ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences.

MIDNIGHT BLOOM
Style & Layout: "Midnight Bloom" is a thoughtfully organised, single-story residential dwelling with a balanced blend of private, semi-private, and service zones. The plan promotes functionality, flow, and modern comfort, likely catering to a medium-to-large family setup.

BLOOM Redefined: Step Inside Your Dream Home
This beautifully designed, fully furnished single-storey home features 3 luxurious en-suite bedrooms, a dedicated home office, and an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area that flows effortlessly into a spacious veranda perfect for indoor-outdoor living.
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Luxury Redefined: Your Dream Two-Story Home Awaits
Discover a masterpiece of design where elegance meets function.
This stunning two-story residence blends spacious living, private retreats, and luxury amenities into one harmonious space.
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Luxury Redefined: Your Dream Three-Story Home Awaits
This contemporary residence is more than a house; it’s a lifestyle. Designed with luxury, family living, and wellness in mind, every floor has a purpose.

NSAKU SKYLINE
Nsaku, meaning “love” in Kikongo. Nsaku Skyline is a luxury skyline home built with adobe compressed earth blocks. It features 2 en-suite bedrooms on the ground floor and a full-floor supreme master suite above, complemented by a rooftop swimming pool, changing and W/C facilities, and a roof garden.

NSAKU RAISED-ROOF: EARTH-BLOCK ROUND STORY
Nsaku, meaning “love” in Kikongo. This unique roundhouse story design is a 3-in-1 Design that is flexible enough to maintain the same floor plan and layout; however, it can dramatically change its appearance and function just by altering the roof. Simply beautiful.

NSAKU ROOFLESS: EARTH-BLOCK ROUND STORY
Nsaku, meaning “love” in Kikongo. This unique roundhouse story design is a 3-in-1 Design that is flexible enough to maintain the same floor plan and layout; however, it can dramatically change its appearance and function just by altering the roof. Simply beautiful.

NSAKU CLOSED-ROOF: EARTH-BLOCK ROUND STORY
Nsaku, meaning “love” in Kikongo. This unique roundhouse story design is a 3-in-1 Design that is flexible enough to maintain the same floor plan and layout; however, it can dramatically change its appearance and function just by altering the roof. Simply beautiful.

KERR SQUARE APARTMENT
Stylish apartments designed for various uses, whether for family multi-generational occupancy, holiday let or multi-purpose. We also design schools and office buildings

KALABASH APARTMENT
Stylish apartments designed for various uses, whether for family multi-generational occupancy, holiday let or multi-purpose. We also design schools and office buildings

KIMBALA APARTMENT
Stylish apartments designed for various uses, whether for family multi-generational occupancy, holiday let or multi-purpose. We also design schools and office buildings

DIMBAYAA APARTMENT
Stylish apartments designed for various uses, whether for family multi-generational occupancy, holiday let or multi-purpose. We also design schools and office buildings
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KALIMBA APARTMENT
Stylish apartments designed for various uses, whether for family multi-generational occupancy, holiday let or multi-purpose. We also design schools and office buildings
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Luxury Redefined: Your Dream Five-Story Apartment
Welcome to a new era of luxury living. Our Five-Story Apartment is designed to redefine comfort, wellness, and exclusivity. Every level offers something unique.