Bamboo : The construction material of the future

                                Bamboo : 21st Century Steel 

As deforestation is happening rapidly, our wood resources are getting exhausted and it is essential to find a renewable material which could substitute wood. In such a scenario bamboo is being researched on and is getting developed as a mainstream construction material. Bamboo is a fast growing woody plant which is available in abundance and it takes only three to five years to mature.

The advantages of using bamboo is that the plant require very little water to grow. Another plus is that bamboo plants release extra oxygen and absorb more carbon dioxide when compared to other trees. The strong roots of bamboo hold the soil together, stabilizes it and prevents soil erosion.

Bamboo as an alternative to steel

Yes, Bamboo is stronger than steel, as it has a tightly packed molecular structure than steel. The great thing about bamboo is that we can utilize all the parts of the plant for a variety of purposes ranging from construction to deodorants and medicines. 

                                 Our modern-day researchers and engineers are looking forward to replacing steel with Bamboo due to its tensile properties. 

Why use bamboo in construction?

1. It can be used in structural applications such as columns, beams, walls, roofs and staircases.
2. Bamboo has tensile strength stronger than steel. 
3. Cost effective. 
4. It is sustainable. 

Best Examples of bamboo Architecture Projects

1. Kontum Indochine Cafe by Vo Trong Nghia Architects

2. Salon in Bangkok by NKDW

3. Bamboo Symphony / Manasaram Architects