Bamboo sustainability
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about bamboo sustainability
Project • By the Oval partnership • Private Houses
Integer Bamboo House
The world’s first multi storey laminated bamboo house, this action research project is located at the Expo INTEGER site, in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. The two storey structure is designed for the hilly terrain in the western part of China. The structure, the external and the internal wall panels are all made of bamboo.
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Bamboo is one of the most ecologically friendly building materials. It has a growth cycle of four years, and absorbs carbon dioxide during its lifetime. Bamboo can be grown almost anywhere in China. Bamboo structures are light and, as a result, are more effective in resisting earthquakes than heavy concrete structures. The bamboo house can be constructed by local villagers without the need for heavy... More
Project • By Long Nguyen Design • Restaurants
Nhà Tú Garden
Inspired by the convergence of urban and industrial landscapes, “Nhà Tú Garden” stands as an oasis of green amidst its surroundings. Conceived by visionary architects, this project aimed to seamless integrate contrasting elements and establish a vibrant green focal point in the area.
Hiroyuki Oki
Hiroyuki Oki
Hiroyuki Oki
Hiroyuki Oki
The core concept driving the restaurant was the creation of a "small garden" within a larger one. Through the ingenious carving out of a central hollow within a substantial box-like structure, architects fashioned an outdoor tropical sanctuary, blending human habitation with water features and verdant foliage.
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Hiroyuki Oki
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Product • By MOSO® Bamboo • MOSO Bamboo N-vision
MOSO Bamboo N-vision
Envision any design and create it with our engineered stems
With the MOSO® Bamboo N-vision collection, MOSO® has created a product that allows the creativity of any designer to be completely unleashed. The beautiful bamboo strips are clearly visible in the stems meaning Bamboo N-vision has a beautiful, natural appearance that can bring any design to life and add an element of warmth. Unleash your creativity and envision any design with Bamboo N-vision.
MOSO® Bamboo N-vision Engineered StemsThe MOSO® Bamboo N-vision Engineered Stems consist of multiple bamboo strips laminated together to create a round hollow tube or solid round beam. The strips are carbonised before processing to give the material a warm Ecru colour and to... More
Product • By House of Bamboo • Rattan & Cane Webbing
Rattan & Cane Webbing
Handwoven artisanal rattan cane webbing This hardy and versatile material, traditionally used in chairs, binding and basketry, is now being specified by designers and architects in bedheads, ceilings, wall panels and privacy screens.
Rattan linings for ceilings are increasingly popular in the hospitality industry creating a sophisticated yet relaxed natural vibe. Framed in panels they can transport you from an oriental to contemporary setting. The open weave allows for a contrasting background colour or backlighting for a soft warm glow.
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Woven in community villages, our rattan is premium grade and of the highest quality. Our relationships with these villages were forged over 40 years ago and we are proud to continu... More