
Isopterra is a young team of civil engineers and architects, working on cost effectiv and sustainable building solutions in Africa. Our aim is to fuel our passion for building with locally sourced and recyclable materials like earth, bamboo and wood. Through combination of traditional and modern architecture we're reviving the almost forgotten art of earth construction techniques.
Our international team was formed from a collective of students who participated in major global student architectural competitions, such as the Solar Decathlon Africa and Europe, during their educational journey.
Why are we currently in Ghana? Through Marvin Martin's roots in Ghana, we completed our first project there as Isopterra, the Zero KM house. This was the stepping stone for many other projects.
As we look to the future, our vision is clear: to expand our reach with our inspiring projects. We see each project as a step towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious world.
To our potential collaborators: contact us for more information. Whether you are a professional in the field, a student aspiring to make a difference, or simply someone passionate about sustainable development.
Explore our website, learn about our projects, and see how you can be a part of this transformative venture.
Welcome to Isopterra.
Who we are
MEET OUR TEAM
MEET OUR TEAM
The Founders
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Marvin Martin
Co-Founder
Civil engineer student
based in Hamburg/Germany
E-mail: marvin.martin@isopterra.com
Phone: +49 178 1020405 -
Paul Tschense
Co-Founder
Architect student
based in Lübeck/Germany
E-mail: paul.tschense@isopterra.com
Phone: +49 15226026238
Our Team
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Asude Erdoğmuş
Design & Visualization
Architect student
based in Istanbul/Turkey -
Lisa Marques
Social Media
Tourism management student
based in Dresden/Germany -
Efe Afonoghara
External Relations Manager
E-mail: efe.afonoghara@isopterra.com -
Josef Holz
Civil engineer student
based in Germany -
Selen Vardarli
Social Media Manager
Industrial design student
based in Istanbul/Turkey -
Jakob Kochhafen
Design & Visualization
Architect student
based in Lübeck/Germany -
Nosa A. Moses
Interior design & Social Media
Interior architect based in Berlin/Germany -
Alexander Pfleiderer
Design and Rendering
Architect student
based in Lübeck/Germany -
Abigail Benson
Civil engineer student based in Hamburg/Germany
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John Veicht
Design & Rendering Architect student based in Lübeck/Germany
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Chi Ying Louise Man
Interior Architect/Designer
Graphic Design
based in Berlin -
Beatrice Mensah
Interior Architecture & Design based in Berlin/Germany
Inspired by nature and the urgency of climate change, we aim to design energy-efficient homes in Ghana. Learning from termites, known for their efficient nests using organic materials. We seek to create sustainable, cost-efficient and attractive homes using local renewable resources. Our focus is on reviving traditional building methods while ensuring practicality and recyclability.