Bamboo architecture

The structures developed by Arquitectura Mixta for the Unik Hotel (Impression Isla Mujeres By Secrets) are inspired by the unique natural and geographical context of the project. The hotel, located at the southern tip of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, near the Garrafón Natural Reef Park, offers panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea on both sides of the project and is one of the few places in Mexico where sunsets over this sea can be appreciated. Adrián Fernández / Pacha Mother Adrián Fernández / Pacha Mother The 4 Bamboo structures designed by Arquitectura Mixta celebrate the vibrant colors of the Mexican Caribbean as well as the lush life it hosts. Despite their differences in shape and scale, the struct... More

This stunning example of biomimicry takes its inspiration from the sleek silhouette of the Pink Whiprays (Pateobatis fai) that graze in the surrounding lagoon. Joe Chua Agdeppa The naturally ventilated, bio-climatic structure features an incredible sea saltwater infinity pool, and an array of overwater catamaran nets where guests can relax while enjoying breathtaking sunset panoramas, caressed by the gentle sea breeze. Joe Chua Agdeppa Crafted meticulously with bamboo, the structure is amplified by the dramatic Maldivian landscape and reflected in the mirror like lagoon. The looping, shingled tail winds back down the jetty to link the building with the mainland and to guide the visitors into the building. Joe Chua Agdeppa... More

An innovative culinary proposal that creates a fusion between the local Maya and the far Asian Food. The interior design is an attempt also to create a innovative, coherent architectural concept aligned to the culinary themes. The project is located in Merida, a modern Mexican city with deep roots on the Maya culture region, with an extensive European influence until the beginning of the 20th Century. Making a connection with this cultural links, the design combines local with industrial resources, along with a contemporary language that also combines tradition with modernity. Pim Schalkwijk Bamboo is a locally produced, building-certified material that represents the blend of both, the Maya and the Asian. This material has been selec... More

Kati Kaan is an off-the grid, self-sustainable beach house located at the National Biosphere Reserve of Sian Kaan in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo at the east of the Yucatan Peninsula. As an aisled location, it has to save, recycle as much as possible of water and to generate and store power from both, solar and wind generators. As part of the strict regulations for this site, the footprint of the house is limited to a tight land surface of the 100-meter beach-front plot, as up to 200 sq meters of construction and 8 meters above the highest dune are allowed.  Leo Espinosa As a response to the present conditions, the house is placed on stilts and behind the second dune, so the impact to the very sensitive vegetation is minimiz... More

Ultralight tensile bamboo structures designed by Bambutec were installed in the open-aired environment of Casa Firjan at Rio de Janeiro after the covid-19 pandemic, promoting healthy ambiances to the public with sustainability and low environmental impact. Juan Dias The Casa Firjan site is located at the historic Linneo de Paula Machado Palace surrounded by green gardens in the Botafogo neighborhood, Rio de Janeiro, covering an area of 6,700 sqm, where a contemporary building was erected. The Casa Firjan was idealized to promote the dialogue between recent challenges faced by Brazilian industries, such as tradition, innovation, creativity, technology, and sustainability. During the summer of 2023, a temporary installation made with bi... More

Building a school in Mayotte means dealing with many issues on several levels in a very different way than here in Europe – educationally, but also socio-economically and ecologically. The small Comorian island of Mayotte, north of Madagascar, belongs to France and is part of the EU. Of the approximately 180,000 inhabitants, more than half are younger than 20. In view of the strong population growth and the resulting increase in the number of pupils, the outdated temporary multi-purpose secondary school needs to be replaced with new buildings. The architecture should meet the requirements and goals of a state school, but also consider the specific needs of young Mahorans. The adolescents and young adults need a framework that promotes... More

Located in the wilderness of South Africa, an intimate, family-owned safari lodge awaits you. Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp in Balule Private Nature Reserve receives guests from April 2021. MOSO® proudly contributed to the camp with the supply of sustainable and durable Bamboo X-treme® decking.   Spacious private deck with a viewThe luxury tented camp boasts six fully furnished spacious accommodation units. Each tent boasts a spacious private deck and an unrestricted view of the northern Drakensberg mountains, allowing you to relax and watch the wildlife follow the sunset. The tents are surrounded by indigenous flora that add to the beauty and ecological significance of the surrounding landscape.   Bamboo decking i... More

The Urban Poor Consortium (UPC) Center in Parung, Indonesia acquires a new structure. Two-storied bamboo house is placed next to a pond on the northern part of the plot, surrounded by orchards and bamboo groves. The new facility strengthens the group’s commitment to self-sufficiency and sustainability.  Flooding in Jakarta has worsened in the last few years and raised public concern. Parung is critical to the capital’s hydrology. The bamboo house sits on concrete pedestals. Its small footprint affects minimal impact to the ground surface water, which helps to conserve hydrology in the area. Much needed in the warm-humid climate, the use of bamboo and other natural materials provide indoor comfort without artificial conditi... More

This work illustrates the beauty of traditional bamboo weaving craft with the style of flowing space, thus creating a "connection" between the craft in the past and the digital space that represents the future. The weaving of free-form surface creates textures of different density and portraits a flowing space that connects and communicates between the inside and the outside as well as between the upside and the downside.   Bamboo is a sustainable and environmentally friendly material, and it's rarely used in modern society because of its natural defects. This work uses high-temperature processed bamboo materials developed by Taiwan Forestry Bureau and is combined with modern new-style spaces, hoping to re-enter the bamboo materials... More