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Confessions of a Blowtorch Bender: The Secret Life of Flexible Bamboo

Confessions of a Blowtorch Bender: The Secret Life of Flexible Bamboo

by Will Cottrell | Apr 1, 2025 | Bamboo Blog

I’ve explored many ways to bend bamboo—from the traditional rup-rup method to cutting-edge heat bending techniques. Here’s a deep dive into the pros, cons, and structural implications of each method, with practical tips for builders aiming to create strong,...
How the Green School Bali Was Built: A Designer’s Timeline of Bamboo Architecture and Innovation

How the Green School Bali Was Built: A Designer’s Timeline of Bamboo Architecture and Innovation

by Will Cottrell | Mar 31, 2025 | Bamboo Blog

Insights from a Visit with Ibuku to the World’s Most Iconic Bamboo CampusAs a bamboo architect and furniture designer focused on high-end sustainable structures, I’ve long admired the Green School Bali—not just for its aesthetic appeal, but for what it represents: an...
Did I Just Spend $500 on Firewood? Journeys in Bamboo Selection

Did I Just Spend $500 on Firewood? Journeys in Bamboo Selection

by Will Cottrell | Mar 26, 2025 | Bamboo Blog

Sourcing bamboo sounds romantic, doesn’t it? A noble artist wandering through misty groves, selecting the perfect stalk like a samurai choosing his blade. In reality? Try sweat, machete blisters, and an ongoing fear that of the Green Tree Snake, a small beast who’s...
Strong, Beautiful, Enduring: The Craft of High-Quality Bamboo Construction

Strong, Beautiful, Enduring: The Craft of High-Quality Bamboo Construction

by Will Cottrell | Mar 26, 2025 | Bamboo Blog

When clients commission a bamboo structure or art piece, they aren’t just investing in a building—they’re investing in something alive with craftsmanship, design, and integrity. Bamboo is a remarkable material: strong, renewable, and full of character. But its true...
Bambu Indah Bali Review: Under the Hole in the Sky Where the Ideas Fall Down

Bambu Indah Bali Review: Under the Hole in the Sky Where the Ideas Fall Down

by Will Cottrell | Mar 26, 2025 | Bamboo Blog

Following John Hardy’s Vision: Bamboo, Wildness, and Genius Trying to make sense of Hardy’s architectural vision is like being Martin Sheen on the trail of Colonel Kurtz in Apocalypse Now – a wild journey into the creative jungle. Bambu Indah pulses with the...
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