Grand Bassam, a city in Côte d'Ivoire, has become a popular destination for artists priced out of Abidjan due to rising rents. The city offers affordable and inspiring places to work, with many new studios popping up across the city. La Fourchette de Rōze hotel has become a creative hub with an artist-in-residence programme that has brought in over two dozen artists and musicians from around the world.
Artists find haven in Grand Bassam, Côte d'Ivoire
UKPulse Consumer DeskMany artists priced out of Abidjan have moved to Grand Bassam, a city that was hit by a jihadist attack in 2016, where they have found affordable and inspiring places to work.
- Grand Bassam has become a popular destination for artists priced out of Abidjan due to rising rents.
- The city offers affordable and inspiring places to work, with many new studios popping up across the city.
- La Fourchette de Rōze hotel has become a creative hub with an artist-in-residence programme.
Why this matters: The geographical shift of artists from Abidjan to Grand Bassam has created a different dynamic, allowing artists to benefit from more affordable and inspiring places to work while remaining close enough to the city to participate in exhibitions and cultural activities.
What this means for you: If you're an artist considering moving to Côte d'Ivoire, Grand Bassam may be a more affordable and inspiring option than Abidjan.