Camama Park

Camama Park redefines tropical commercial architecture through a bold fusion of structural innovation, ecological intelligence, and social vitality. Located in Luanda, Angola, this 20,000 m² development transforms a once-neglected site into a vibrant, sustainable retail and community destination—setting a new benchmark for equatorial urbanism.
At its core lies a pioneering structural system: a free-skeleton prefabricated steel frame with an 8.4 m grid. This eliminates internal columns, unlocking open, adaptable interior volumes while slashing on-site construction time by 30%. Spiraling cantilevered terraces on the upper level create a “floating promenade” that blurs the boundary between movement and public experience, offering a dynamic vertical journey.
The project’s architectural response is deeply rooted in its tropical setting. A dual-ground floor strategy—combining shaded colonnades with elevated green terraces—enhances passive cooling and biophilic engagement. Over 2,000 m² of native vegetation wraps the façades, reducing solar gain by 30% and harvesting 600 m³ of rainwater annually for irrigation. Locally sourced materials, including cement-fiberboard panels and Angolan stone paving, affirm cultural relevance and climatic resilience.
More than a building, Camama Park is a social catalyst. Its U-shaped plaza hosts themed children’s playgrounds, a T-shaped amphitheater, and adaptable public furniture, activating a flexible civic space that thrives year-round with markets, performances, and community events.
Sustainability is embedded in every layer—from passive daylighting and reduced material waste through prefabrication, to an ecological landscape irrigated by harvested rainwater. Camama Park is Angola’s first greenery-integrated commercial development, pushing the limits of tropical environmental design.
Commissioned by H&S, a visionary client committed to shaping Luanda’s urban identity, this project delivers measurable performance with human-centered impact. It exemplifies design that is transformative, contextual, and profoundly innovative.
Camama Park stands not only as a local landmark but as a global model for responsible architecture in emerging climates. It fully embodies the Muse Awards’ highest ideals—making it a powerful and deserving candidate for Muse of the Year.