BAMBOO _ Both lightweight and exceptionally strong, bamboo is a bio-sourced material that is increasingly sought after in construction. Its rapid growth and high capacity for renewal give it a low carbon footprint, while its fibrous structure contributes to the natural regulation of indoor temperature and humidity. Initially adapted to hot and humid climates, bamboo solutions are now being explored in a variety of contexts, from Europe to South Asia. MASHRABIYA SCREENS _ An iconic feature of Middle Eastern architecture, the mashrabiya is an openwork screen that provides shade, natural ventilation, and visual privacy. By filtering light and limiting direct exposure to the sun, it contributes to the passive thermal comfort of the building while promoting air circulation. Historically used in Egypt, India, and the Arabian Peninsula, it is often combined with other vernacular climate control systems, such as the windcatcher (malqaf), to cool indoor spaces without the use of air conditioning. Today, there are numerous contemporary reinterpretations of the mashrabiya. The Lam Son Multipurpose Community Center (Vietnam) was designed by architect Hoàng Thúc Hào, a leading figure in sustainable architecture in Asia and winner of the 2025 Global Award for Sustainable Architecture. With a bamboo and concrete frame, this building showcases the structural strength of bamboo. In Qatar, the Doha Tower (Burj Doha), designed by Jean Nouvel, features a metal lattice façade inspired by mashrabiya screens. POP RTFOLIO RTFOLIO 71 70
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