Recent Articles

Experiencing Thermal Delight in a Bamboo Dome

This article explores Marina's sensory-rich thermal experience inside a bamboo dome at Kul Kul Farm…

Designing a Multifunctional Bamboo Pavilion in Ubud

Hear from recent Bamboo U online graduate Johannes Würzler about his experience designing a multifunctional…

Designing a Flowing Park Pavilion in Colombia

When Vladimir joined Bamboo U's Fundamentals of Building with Bamboo course in Fall 2024, he…

The Process of Creating a Woven Bamboo and Rattan Lampshade

Alikka was interested in exploring organic forms using a mixture of bamboo and woven rattan.…

A Bamboo Boda-Boda Station in Nairobi to Support the Local Community

During Bamboo U online course, Gabriela designed a bamboo boda-boda station. This project serves as…

We Built the FIRST Heat-Bent Bamboo Structure in Bali!

Dapur Barong is the first building of its kind in Bali. It is located at…

Design Articles

How to Get Started with Bamboo Model-Making

Making a bamboo model is an essential part of the process of building with bamboo.…

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The Use of Augmented Reality (AR) In Bamboo Architecture

Explore the transformative potential of Augmented Reality (AR) in reshaping bamboo architecture from design to…

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The 5 Essential Tips for Beginner Bamboo Designers

5 things that are often overlooked when beginning to practice as a bamboo architect or…

The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Build Bamboo Models

In this article, we share the advantages to creating a bamboo model as part of…

Bamboo Structural Systems You Should Know: The Hyperbolic Tower

In this article, we share what a reciprocal tower is, how it works and how…

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Bamboo Structural Systems You Should Know: Hyperbolic Paraboloids

In the modern world of bamboo construction, you can find a wide range of complex…

Construction Articles

Bamboo’s Potential in Rural and Informal Communities

Bamboo is a material that can empower rural and informal areas. This article will demonstrate…

It’s Time for Architects to Rediscover Natural Materials

What if the key to sustainable architecture has been with us all along? All over…

Unique Approaches to the Use of Natural Materials

In this article, we will go through some contemporary examples of projects made with natural…

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The Use of Guadua in Bamboo Construction

Explore Guadua's profound impact on bamboo construction from traditional Colombian architecture to modern seismic-resistant global…

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Innovative Flattened Bamboo Roofing for Sustainable Architecture

Explore the history, versatility, and eco-friendliness of Flattened Bamboo Shingles in modern and traditional bamboo…

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Innovations In Traditional Sirap Roofing: Building With Bamboo Splits

Learn about Sirap, the Indonesian bamboo split roofing, for curvilinear, nature-inspired roof designs.