GASPRO International Journal of Eminent Scholars

The study evaluated the pivotal roles of architects in achieving the noble goal of housing ownership in Akwa Ibom State. The study revealed that Akwa Ibom State is faced with a significant deficit in affordable housing, exacerbated by rapid urbanization and population growth. The region similarly grapples with overcrowded living conditions and economic stagnation. The study illuminated strategies to alleviate the housing crisis and expounded on the need to plan housing design well, as a well-planned housing design was essential, transcending mere aesthetics to priorities efficient use of space, materials, and resources. The study further highlighted that fostering collaboration among stakeholders to develop holistic strategies and engaging government, academia, and the private sector will help ensure a well-planned housing design. The study concluded that architects are key stakeholders and play pivotal roles in shaping sustainable and inclusive housing solutions. And the correlation between a well-planned housing design and affordable housing ownership in Akwa Ibom State is undeniable. One of the recommendations was that architects should engage with the local community to understand their specific housing needs, preferences, and affordability constraints.