Kenya - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

Frivory is a digital platform and repository showcasing architectural and design projects from Kenya and across Africa; as well as digitising construction management and home maintenance. We are designing the future of the African home.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

FRIVORY is a transformative platform shaping architecture, design, and sustainability in Kenya and Africa. It serves as a dynamic repository for architectural and design projects, fostering collaboration and innovation within the creative community. With its site management system, FRIVORY streamlines project workflows and communication, ensuring seamless project execution. The platform also offers a home smart maintenance system, empowering users to manage property maintenance efficiently and sustainably. FRIVORY's manufacturing bins initiative gamifies recycling, encouraging eco-conscious behavior and resource conservation. Through architecture and design biennales, FRIVORY celebrates African heritage and promotes cultural exchange. Additionally, FRIVORY crafts games that educate and entertain, fostering a deeper appreciation for African design. Overall, FRIVORY is a catalyst for positive change, inspiring creativity, collaboration, and sustainability across the continent.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

FRIVORY revolutionizes Kenya and Africa's built industry by tackling entrenched challenges with innovative solutions. It addresses the prevalence of unregistered professionals, establishing trust and accountability through a platform for qualified practitioners. FRIVORY's site management system streamlines construction processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs by fostering transparency and collaboration among stakeholders. Additionally, FRIVORY's home smart maintenance system empowers homeowners to manage properties effectively, from waste recycling to energy monitoring, promoting sustainability and responsible stewardship. Recognizing the lack of appreciation for architecture and design in Africa, FRIVORY celebrates creativity and craftsmanship, elevating standards and fostering cultural exchange. In essence, FRIVORY serves as a catalyst for positive change, promoting sustainability, and nurturing creativity in Africa's architectural and design landscape.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

1. Guaranteed trust in professionals involved in the construction and home maintenance process. 2. Clear data repository on innovative architectural solutions across Africa. 3. Reduced risk for clients due to a structured site management system therefore they can monitor construction and their homes from wherever in the world. 4. Improved domestic waste management system in a fun and exciting way. 5. Architectural and design competitions and games for all, hence developing a love for design.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

Students: FRIVORY provides a valuable resource for students studying architecture and design, offering access to a repository of projects and a platform for learning and inspiration. Designers: FRIVORY serves as a platform for designers to showcase their work, connect with potential clients, and collaborate with peers, fostering creativity and innovation in the industry. Clients: FRIVORY's site management system empowers clients to oversee construction projects more effectively, ensuring transparency, communication, and quality control throughout the process. Home or rental owners: FRIVORY's home smart maintenance system offers homeowners a convenient solution for managing their properties, from waste recycling to energy monitoring, enhancing sustainability and efficiency in home maintenance.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-01-06

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

0

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

0

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

I've been developing solo at the moment but I am are on course to accommodate a lead developer and lead statistician. Will observe gender equality.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-njoroge-05818925b/

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

3

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

2

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

4

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

5

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

Students will have access to innovative and sustainable design solutions across the country and the continent hence supplementing their school knowledge with real world examples from the comfort of their devices.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

6

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

By offering a platform for designers to showcase their skills, both men and women have the chance to demonstrate creative abilities freely. This will ensure equality in an industry predominantly male dominated.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

3

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

By offering the FRIVORY HOME solution, home maintenance will take a more sustainable approach. You'll be able to take charge of the environment and run on clean energy from your home.

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

5

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

FRIVORY will later develop into manufacturing and recycling. We'll therefore create jobs and work towards positively impacting the economy.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Whatever we are building has not been built before. What we have here is true innovation, which will not only showcase Africa as a hub for creativity, but also inspire forthcoming generations to develop their creativity to the fullest potential.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

3

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Our home maintenance system reduces the amount of waste dumped into the environment therefore contributing to a better environment for you and me.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

Our innovation is actually focused on helping yogurt your waste into a product right at home. You'll be able to churn your kitchen waste into a raw material that has various uses.

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

4

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

2

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

4

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

4

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

5

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

FRIVORY has the ability to scale beyond Kenya and Africa to spread ton other continents to ensure construction is better.

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

4

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

6

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

2

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

1 - Strongly Disagree

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

05.08 Justification

FRIVORY innovates in architecture, design, and home care. Its platform offers a central hub for projects, streamlines construction with efficient management, and introduces eco-friendly solutions like waste-to-product bins and smart home maintenance. Overall, FRIVORY revolutionizes the built environment with creativity, efficiency, and sustainability.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

JUMBA. They sell construction materials online. BALOZI. They connect you with interior designers, plumbers and all other professionals. FRIVORY: 1. Manages your construction process. 2. Makes your home maintenance a smart and easier process through a device. 3. Connects professionals with clients. 4. Provides a repository for design projects from professionals. 5. Recycle manufacturing to produce home accessories, merchandise and more. 6. Sells you a FRIVORY BIN that helps you convert your kitchen waste into a material you can use to make fabric, or vases and other accessories. 7. Sells you an opportunity to be more involved in design through interactive games and events.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

I'm giving entrepreneurs and professionals a platform.