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Assessment of Occupants' Satisfaction Level with Aesthetic Qualities of Selected Interlocking Stabilized Soil Block Houses in Southwestern Nigeria

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  • Abakayebime David

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Okorie Nneoma

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Kashim Bahira Atere

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Azuka Divine-Favour Ogochukwu

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Chukwu Emmanuel Uche

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Ebo Olawale Ayodeji

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Ojo Abdul-Azeez

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Osemwegie Isaac Ikponmwosa

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Owolabi Emmanuel Kayode

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Anindu Chikeleze

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

  • Owoka Olamilekan Victor

    (Department of Architecture, College of Postgraduate Studies, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria)

Abstract

Interlocking Stabilized Soil Block (ISSB) technology is gaining ground in Nigeria as a sustainable, cost-effective alternative to conventional masonry, yet its aesthetic dimension has received little empirical scrutiny. This study assesses occupant satisfaction with the aesthetic qualities of selected ISSB residential buildings in Southwestern Nigeria, drawing on structured questionnaire data from 110 respondents across three estates in Ekiti, Ogun, and Lagos states. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analyses were applied using SPSS. Occupants expressed strong satisfaction with the environmental harmony, natural colour, and visual distinctiveness of ISSB buildings (mean scores of 4.05, 4.00, and 3.98 respectively), while surface finishing quality (2.87) and public perception (2.95) fell within the neutral range. The grand mean of 3.65 confirms general aesthetic satisfaction. Regression analysis identified environmental harmony as the strongest predictor of overall satisfaction (β = 0.298, p < 0.001), and surface finishing quality as a disproportionately influential weakness (β = 0.143, p < 0.05). Targeted improvements in finishing technique, architectural detailing, and public awareness are recommended to consolidate and extend ISSB's aesthetic appeal in the Nigerian housing market.

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  • Abakayebime David & Okorie Nneoma & Kashim Bahira Atere & Azuka Divine-Favour Ogochukwu & Chukwu Emmanuel Uche & Ebo Olawale Ayodeji & Ojo Abdul-Azeez & Osemwegie Isaac Ikponmwosa & Owolabi Emmanuel K, 2026. "Assessment of Occupants' Satisfaction Level with Aesthetic Qualities of Selected Interlocking Stabilized Soil Block Houses in Southwestern Nigeria," International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, RSIS International, vol. 15(6), pages 3017-3027, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:ijltem:v:15:y:2026:i:6:a:3041
    DOI: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150600220
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