On a slope near the village of Karjat, India, an international team of architects has begun to envision a modern, 3-story building that will use bamboo as a primary supporting material. Intending to spur eco-friendly changes within the Indian construction industry, the ambitious Dutch architect Robert Verrijt and Indian architect Shefali Balwani of Architecture Brio have created an exciting example of engineering prowess, innovative aesthetic, and altogether- sustainable design. Combining natural and local materials such as bamboo with wood, concrete and steel, the project has been designed with the help of engineer Vilas Gore of GeoScience Services. The building will act as a staff dormitory for the NGO Magic Bus.
[via Sophie Nevoux
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In light of recent bushfires in Victoria, Australia this concept looks like a matchstick waiting to be burned. Houses that survived the fire were either made of aerated bricks or trees in the immediate surrounding area was cleared 100metres from the house.
Which sort of ruins the picture, I know… however reality stikes…. architects, there is a waaaaaayyyy bigger picture to look at.
February 21st, 2009 at 7:06 pm
wanna to more abt normal building artchitect
June 24th, 2009 at 9:41 am