A moldable house made of bamboo. This is the proposal from the firm H&P Architects for constructions capable of facing the difficult climate of Vietnam—a country that sits on the list of the most vulnerable to natural disasters, where tropical storms and typhoons are frequent.
“In Vietnam, natural phenomena are severe and diverse, such as floods, landslides, among others. Annually, these disasters kill about 500 people, in addition to destroying the affected areas. The goal of this project is to deliver a solution for these people through architecture,” says H&P Architects as they present the Blooming Bamboo House.
The prototype of the house was designed to withstand floods up to three meters high. The method resembles the construction system of stilts. The strength is guaranteed by bamboo, which can support large weights. Made in modular units, the construction can be expanded as needed. Because of its multifunctionality, the structure can be converted into a house, school, medical center, or community center.
