In a world where sustainability is no longer optional but essential, bamboo continues to stand as one of the most versatile and regenerative building materials. At Strawberry Fields Festival 2024, we had the unique opportunity to push the boundaries of bamboo’s potential—reimagining aged materials into a striking architectural centerpiece for the main stage. The Story […]
Bamboo selection is one of the most debated topics in the industry, and with good reason. With a vast range of running and clumping species now available in Australian nurseries, finding the right variety to suit your needs can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a collector, landscaper, farmer, environmentalist, or permaculture enthusiast, making an informed choice is essential.
The society holds bamboo building workshops. If you are in Victoria check out Giant Grass. In NSW have a look at DomeShells. In QLD it’s Bamboo Solutions. This constuction workshop was run by Donald Corben of Bamboo Yurts it was held at Cutloose nursery. In two days we built a Sumatran longhouse. Click on photos to enlarge.
