Some forms of architecture are able to be indigenized when introduced to foreign regions, often transforming into something that feels inherently local over time. They adapt, blend, and integrate into the local cultural, environmental, and social fabric of a place more easily in certain cities due to a combination of historical, cultural, practical, and socioeconomic factors. Using Mumbai, Dhaka and Asmara as examples, the panel will delve into the reasons cities that have often served as cultural crossroads, trade hubs, colonial outposts, or migration centers are able to adopt architectural styles that aren’t intrinsic to the region. The panelists will travel across Mumbai, Asmara and Dhaka to show how historical, environmental, and social factors enable architecture to evolve from foreign to profoundly local. Image courtesy Art Deco Alive!