The 11 Day Build & Design Course
In collaboration with IBUKU
The hands-down most comprehensive build and design course for creatives, bamboo enthusiasts, and architects.
Introducing
The 11 Day Bamboo Building and Design Course in Bali
in collaboration with IBUKU
Immersed in the most beautiful and innovative bamboo environment.Meet the pioneers, the visionaries, the designers and builders who took this under-utilised material and transformed it into the most desired natural building material for bamboo structure design.
This is where it all began. Bali: the bamboo building mecca of the world!
OVER 10 YEARS OF EXPERTISE IN BUILDING THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS IN THE WORLD.
WHAT BEGAN WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF GREEN SCHOOL BALI IN 2008 AND CONTINUED ON WITH THE GREEN VILLAGE BALI HAS QUICKLY GROWN INTO A WORLDWIDE BAMBOO MOVEMENT!
Let us bring you in, behind the bamboo rope, to share with you what it’s taken for us to create our little bamboo universe in the jungle of Bali and show you that
YOU CAN DO IT TOO!
Learn Bamboo Construction Essentials
You will leave with a set of tools to help you build with bamboo in your own context.
Design For A Sustainable Future
Engaging hands on with a natural material and look at the bigger picture of our age and time.
Connect With Bamboo Experts
An international community of 500+ Bamboo U Alumni, experts and facilitators
Open Up New Possibilities In Your Career
Get certified, enjoy lifetime access and discounts on Bamboo U Programs
The Arief Rabik Shelter (ARS)
Was built during 11 Day Course December 2018 - Status: Completed
Dapur Naga
Was built during 11 Day Course November 2018 -Status: Completed
The Kubu
Was built during 11 Day Course March 2020 | Status: Completed
Princess Tower
Was built during 11 Day Course October 2019 | Status: Completed
Bamboo U Hall
Was built during 11 Day August 2019 - Status | Completed
Hanging Pod
Was built during 11 Day Course April 2022 - Status: Completed
Minang Office
Was built during 11 Day Course August 2018 - Status: Completed
Meditation/Prayer Room
Was built during 11 Day Course October 2018 - Status: Completed
SHOW ME WHAT’S INSIDE!
Arrival
Welcome, The Very Basics Of Building With Bamboo,The Story of Bamboo U
Day 1: Our Bamboo World
Visit the IBUKU Design Office and Bamboo Pure Factory. Learn Structural Systems, Architecture Tour of Green School. Bamboo Structures &Material Pallettes, Concept and Structural.
Day 2: Forestry, Harvesting & Treatment
Sustainable Bamboo Forestry, Bamboo Propagation,Harvesting Bamboo and Growing Healthy Clumps, Bamboo Treatment
Day 3: Model Making
Bamboo Model Making
Day 4: Bamboo Carpentry
Bamboo Joinery Systems: Whole Joints, Fishmouths, Lashing, Bolt joints and Hybrid systems
Day 5: Downtime
Enjoy a day off, explore Bali, arrange a day tour or just chill at the beach.
Day 6-10: Build with Bamboo
Engage in a full scale bamboo construction, work on your own concept model or build a piece of furniture with the help of our bamboo carpenters
Day 11: Certificate Giving
Building recapCertificate Ceremony
PLUS BONUSES!
- Live in a Bamboo & Permaculture wonderland for 11 days
- Architectural Tour of Green School
- Design Tour of the IBUKU Architecture office: where bamboo dreams are made!
- Visit the Bamboo Factory to see first hand to sorting, processing and building of bamboo
- Live Talks with the foremost Bamboo Experts from around the world
- The most deliciously curated farm - to - table meals you’ve ever tasted (vegan & meat options available)
LIVE AND BREATHE BAMBOO FOR 11 DAYS IMMERSE IN NATURE LIVING AT THE KUL KUL FARM AND BAMBOO U CAMPUS!
Your ticket includes shared accommodation in a bamboo lodge residing at the Bamboo U Campus. Open to the elements but protected by a beautiful bamboo structure. Surrounded by trees and the sound of nature.
Would you like to book private accommodation?
Email us at [email protected]
YOU DON’T NEED TO BE AN ARCHITECT, DESIGNER OR ENGINEER TO ENJOY THIS BAMBOO DESIGN COURSE!
The 11 Day Bamboo U Build & Design Course in Bali For You, If:
- You’re passionate about sustainability and want to create a better future
- You value beauty, working with your hands and learning new skills
- You want to live a life that is connected to nature and are interested in natural architecture and organic design
- You are creative, a designer of sorts and wish to incorporate sustainable materials into your work and practice
- You’re an educator and wondering why bamboo isn’t a part of the curriculum you teach, and the life that you live
- You work with bamboo already and are seeking to level up your design skills by learning from the foremost bamboo experts from around the world
- You want to connect with a like-minded community of bamboo enthusiasts and finally, of course
- You are a designer, architect, builder, carpenter or engineer and you’re keen to learn more about bamboo as a building material, and learn how to make bamboo structures!
FACILITATORS
Luis Echeverría
Bamboo U - Management Consulting Professional
Mike Linthon
Bamboo U - Architect & Facilitator
Asmara Jaya
Head & Master Carpenter
Moko Sumerta
Master Carpenter
ENROLL NOW
What Is Included?
- Live in a Bamboo & Permaculture wonderland for 11 days
- Architectural Tour of Green School
- Design Tour of the IBUKU Architecture office: where bamboo dreams are made!
- Visit the Bamboo Factory to see first hand to sorting, processing and building of bamboo
- Live Talks with the foremost Bamboo Experts from around the world
- The most deliciously curated farm-to-table meals you’ve ever tasted (vegan & meat options available)
The Investment:
One Time Payment of US$2,775 or 3 Monthly Installments of US$971.25
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The cost includes all workshops, materials, tours, lectures, meals, and shared accommodation. There is one free day on the course were only breakfast and accommodation are provided.
There is also private accommodation available: Private Regular Yurt USD 350 or Private Mud Yurt USD 370 for the course duration.
Not included:
1. Airfare
2. Airport transportation (not included but we are happy to help with the information)
3. Health Insurance
4. Professional consultation on your bamboo project
Your booking can be rescheduled to any future course dates within one year period. Later than the period given, changes on course fee might be applicable. No refunds are available at this time.
The course is open to ages 18 + and is not only tailored for people studying or working in the fields of design, architecture, engineering, construction, or carpentry, but for anyone inspired by bamboo and looking for ways to create a better world!
We have limited accommodation on the farm, so we kindly ask that family and friends enjoy accommodation elsewhere. However if they would like to join for certain evening talks and dinners with an additional charge, please inform the us in advance and we can see what's possible!
About COVID-19 Travel Regulation to Bali
We cannot wait to have you all join us in Bali for our signature in-person 11-Day Build & Design Immersion! However, the COVID-19 situation is still precarious around the world. We wanted to have this section of our website updated with the latest regulations and restrictions on entering the Republic of Indonesia. Please keep an eye on this page as we will update it regularly with all the necessary updates regarding coming to Indonesia.
*Disclaimer : This article was updated on June 9, 2022. Due to the dynamic nature of travel regulations, please stay updated and confirm your itinerary with your chosen travel providers.
The President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, imposed new regulations for those who are planning to travel to Bali. Since 14 October 2021, Bali has been gradually opening its doors to international tourists. On 3 February 2022, the inaugural commercial flight of Garuda Indonesia Airline carrying international tourists landed in Bali from Narita, Japan. By relaxing the travel restrictions to Bali, the Indonesian Government hopes that this move will be able to revitalize the country’s tourism.
On 7 March 2022, the government also applied a quarantine-free trial period and a Visa On Arrival (VOA) program for 23 selected countries. The list of countries was then extended to 42 on 22 March 2022, 43 countries on 6 April 2022, then to 60 countries on 28 April 2022, and on 30 May 2022 to 72 countries.
Another great news to be noted is that from 18 May 2022, no RT-PCR test results are required to be taken prior to departure from the country or region of origin. Make sure to check on the details below before booking your flight to Bali!
To support the process of Bali reopening, the Indonesian Government will ensure to make their utmost efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, namely by maintaining its status as one of the countries with the highest vaccination rates, as well as the country that consistently provides safety protocols for all visitors. As of 6 April 2022, Bali is one of the top 3 provinces with the highest vaccination rates and also one of the highest numbers of CHSE certifications.
1. Pre-departure Preparation
Before departing to Bali, you need to prepare yourself with information about the Visa and requirements to enter Indonesia.
Entering with Visa on Arrival and Visa Exemption Facility
According to the Circular Letter of the Directorate General of Immigration No. IMI-0603.GR.01.01 of 2022 concerning the Ease of Immigration to Support Sustainable Tourism during the COVID-19 Pandemic effective from 30 May 2022. Below is the list of countries and special entities for Visa On Arrival ( VOA ), in alphabetical order:
- Argentina
- Australia
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Brazil
- Brunei Darussalam
- Bulgaria
- Cambodia
- Canada
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- India
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Netherland
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Oman
- People's Republic of China
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- The Arab Republic of Egypt
- The Kingdom of Bahrain
- Tunisia
- Türkiye
- Ukraine
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
- Vietnam
Below are the list of countries and special entities for Visa Exemption Arrangement Facility in alphabetical order:
- Brunei Darussalam,
- Cambodia,
- Laos,
- Malaysia,
- Myanmar,
- Philippines,
- Singapore,
- Thailand, and
- Vietnam.
More details about the rules and regulations for Visa On Arrival and Visa Exemption Facilities can be read on this link and can be summarized as follows according to Circular Letter of the COVID-19 Task Force Number 19 of 2022 concerning Health Protocol for International Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic as well as the Addendum of Circular Letter of the COVID-19 Task Force Number 19 of 2022 concerning Health Protocol for International Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic, which is effective starting from 8 June 2022:
1. Visit Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival for Leisure Purpose can be issued accordingly with the following requirements:
- Passport (diplomatic/official/ordinary) is valid for a minimum of 6 (six) months,
- A return ticket or a pass to continue the trip to another country,
- Proof of payment of PNBP Visa on Arrival of 500,000 IDR (in the case of applying for a
Visa on Arrival for Leisure Purposes), and - Proof of ownership of health insurance which includes financing for handling COVID-19 and medical evacuation to a referral hospital.
2. The entry stamp on the granting of a Visit Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival for Leisure Purpose will be valid as a Visit Stay Permit at a certain period, as follows:
- Visit Visa Exemption: maximum 30 days and cannot be extended.
- Visa on Arrival: maximum of 30 days and can be extended once for another 30 days at the Immigration Office in the area where the foreign national lives.
3. Visit Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival for Leisure Purposes can also be granted to foreign nationals on official visit or government duties to attend international events, for which shall be applied additional requirement: to enclose an invitation letter issued by the Indonesian government to attend the international conferences/trials/meetings.
4. The provision of Visit Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival for Leisure Purpose as stipulated above applies to holders of diplomatic passports, service passports, or ordinary/general passports.
Entering with an E-visa
According to the Circular Letter of the COVID-19 Task Force Number 19 of 2022 concerning Health Protocol for International Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic, international travelers can also enter through I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport and Tanjung Benoa Seaport, Bali. Travelers who are not listed among the above-mentioned countries can travel to Bali by applying e-visa before departure.
2. Arrival protocols
When you have arrived in Bali, there are several measures you need to take before you can continue your trip. According to the Circular Letter of the COVID-19 Task Force Number 19 of 2022 concerning Health Protocol for International Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic, as of 18 May 2022, all international travelers, whether they are Indonesian citizens or foreign nationals, should comply with all the detailed regulations in this link.
The protocols can be summarized as follows:
1. All foreign travelers (foreign nationals) who will enter the territory of the Republic of Indonesia
shall adjust their travel documents to ensure compliance with the provisions regarding the
foreign travelers allowed to enter the territory of Indonesia, which includes Covid-19 vaccination
certificates, recommended health protocols, along with the use of PeduliLindungi application
while in Indonesia. Provisions for RT-PCR examination and quarantine period are not required
except under certain conditions.
2. Foreign travelers must show a card/certificate (physical or digital) proving that you have received
the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine, minimum 14 days before departure.
3. Upon arrival at the entry points, foreign travelers must undergo a COVID-19 symptom check,
including a body temperature check, with the following conditions :
- If there is no symptom of COVID-19 and body temperature is below 37.5 degrees Celsius: no need to undergo RT-PCR examination upon arrival
- If there is any symptom of COVID-19 or body temperature above 37.5 degrees Celsius: must undergo RT-PCR examination upon arrival.
4. The provision regarding the period of isolation (quarantine) applies for all foreign travelers with the following categories:
- Quarantine is no longer required for those who have received the complete dose of vaccine at least 14 days before the departure time.
- Quarantine period of 5 x 24 hours is required for those who have not been vaccinated or have not received the complete dose of vaccine.
- Foreign travelers under the age of 18 (eighteen) years and/or require special protection can follow the quarantine period provisions imposed on their parents or caregivers.
- Foreign travelers who have not received a full dose of vaccination and completed isolation or treatment for COVID-19, as well as having been declared inactive in transmitting COVID-19, are allowed to continue the journey by attaching a doctor's certificate from the Government Hospital of the country of departure or the ministry that carries out government affairs in the health sector in the country of departure stating that the person concerned is no longer actively transmitting COVID-19 or the COVID-19 recovery certificate;
- Foreign travelers with special health conditions or comorbidities that cause travelers to not have and/or not are unable to receive the COVID-19 vaccination, are allowed to continue the journey by attaching a doctor's certificate from the Government Hospital from the country of departure, stating that the person concerned has not and/or is unable to take part in the COVID-19 vaccination.
5. Health protocols must meet these requirements:
- Wearing a 3 ply fabric mask or medical grade mask, covering nose, mouth, and chin in indoor settings or any crowded situations;
- Replacing the mask regularly within every 4 hours, and dispose of the waste in the proper place;
- Washing hands regularly with water and soap or hand sanitizers;
- Maintaining social distance for a minimum of 1.5 meters and avoiding crowds; and
- It is strongly advised to avoid one or two ways of communication through telephone or any direct conversation during travel using public transportation via land, train, sea, river, lake, crossings, and air.
6. The above policies are temporary and will be readjusted according to global health developments.
Please make sure that you are tested by the affiliated laboratories so that the results will be directly connected to the PeduliLindungi app.
Furthermore, you can visit here to get a one-stop service for your travel requirements in Bali. Kindly click here to browse all the accommodations and tourism destinations in Bali that have been granted the CHSE (Cleanliness, Health, Safety, and Environmental Sustainability) certification.
Remember to always comply with all the health protocols while enjoying the best of Bali again. Do keep yourself updated with the latest information about traveling regulations in Bali by checking out this page.
More information can be found on:
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