We’ve seen other bamboo buildingsbefore but what makes Nghia’s stand out is the dynamic domed shapes he is able to achieve with the material – especially without the use of modern machinery or metal structures. In fact, every bit of bambooin the design was woven together using traditional Vietnamese weaving techniques.
The cafe’s frame measures 30 feet high and features an opening at the very top of the dome that allows daylight to stream inside. Like many other Vietnamese structures, it is covered in a local bush plant, which evokes an African-esque aesthetic. And contrary to what you might think about building with natural, local materials, the end result is not “homemade” looking at all and is actually rather streamlined and majestic.
+ Vo Trong Nghia
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From far away, the picture above might look like a fuzzy coconut sticking out of the water, but upon closer inspection, you’ll see that it’s actually a massive building made almost entirely of bamboo and other natural materials. Designed and constructed by
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We’ve seen other bamboo buildings before but what makes Nghia’s stand out is the dynamic domed shapes he is able to achieve with the material – especially without the use of modern machinery or metal structures.
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In fact, every bit of bamboo in the design was woven together using traditional Vietnamese weaving techniques.
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The cafe’s frame measures 30 feet high and features an opening at the very top of the dome that allows daylight to stream inside.
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Like many other Vietnamese structures, it is covered in a local bush plant, which evokes an African-esque aesthetic.
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Another of Nghia’s structures. Contrary to what you might think about building with natural, local materials, the end result is not “homemade” looking at all and is actually rather streamlined and majestic.
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A retreat space designed by Nghia with an incredible vaulted ceiling made of – you guessed it – bamboo.
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