Dear Reader,
It’s remarkable to see the many sustainability projects emerging around the world that are based on bamboo and how this extraordinary plant contributes to growth, transformation, and the balance of ecosystems.
Yesterday, I found myself in a sparkling place, with good music, an aperitivo, and a spark of inspiration, when I came across an article about the non-profit project BASE Build. BASE, short for Base Innovation Center (BIC), is a hub for research, experimentation, and knowledge sharing dedicated to establishing bamboo as a leading material for sustainable innovation.
One particularly spectacular project is currently underway in collaboration with the Mahintana Foundation and local government partners. Together, they are building a bamboo-constructed school in Mindanao, Philippines.
BASE employs its pioneering Cement-Bamboo Frame Technology, a construction method that combines the strength of cement with the natural resilience of bamboo to create affordable, durable, and disaster-resistant buildings. The aim is to establish a high-quality educational facility whose environmental impact is harmoniously integrated into the ecological cycle.
Given the challenges in the region, BASE is deeply committed to constructing stable, future-oriented educational infrastructures that offer hope and security to coming generations.
From my personal perspective, bamboo construction in education has a profound influence for its natural aesthetic and tactile qualities inspire both students and teachers, encouraging creativity, curiosity, and interaction. Bamboo, as a leading natural material, continues to unfold its potential across the globe, shaping environments and communities into powerful and everlasting paths.
In everlasting regards,
The Bamoon Editorial, Maria
