Motivated by the shared goal of creating a better, greener future, architects, designers, and sustainability enthusiasts from all over the world came together to exchange ideas and skills regarding the future of bamboo as a construction material. Titled Bamboo U, the 11-day course included teaching participants how to grow bamboo, treatment methods, bamboo design and model making, engineering, carpentry, and construction. The ArchDaily team participated in the workshop, which ran from August 16 - 27, 2024, and documented the full course from start to finish.
Taking place at the Kul Kul farm, the Bamboo U 11-day design and build course was an immersive and hands-on experience. Featuring bamboo yurts, open-sky showers, and farm-to-table meals, the workshop setting allowed the participants to dive deep into learning about the material itself and sustainable design. Each day was a mix of practical learning and community building, where the participants would alternate between working with bamboo and connecting with like-minded people from all over the world.
