Scrutiny of the material has been growing, especially after the recent tragedy at Wang Fuk Court. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Bamboo, the perennial and plentiful plant, is the next big thing in sustainable construction. For centuries, bamboo had been used for traditional ceremonies and as the primary material for building ...

Welcome to Primitive Tool! In this video, we’re building a stunning modern bamboo mud house, complete with a spacious swimming pool. Watch as we take you through every step of constructing this ...

Years after it was replaced in mainland China, bamboo scaffolding is still a common sight in the Chinese territory, but may be phased out after the devastating Wang Fuk Court blaze.

Bamboo scaffolding helped build Hong Kong’s skyline because it was fast, clever and affordable. The science behind fire and the realities of high-rise living now demand a tighter line: use the right ...

Hong Kong's deadliest fire in three decades has spotlighted its risky use of flammable bamboo scaffolding and mesh for building work in a tradition dating back centuries to mainland China.The origin ...

Motivated by the shared goal of creating a better, greener future, architects, designers, and sustainability enthusiasts from all over the world came together to exchange ideas and skills regarding ...

The Hong Kong residential towers engulfed by smoke and flames on Wednesday were surrounded by an ancient construction material familiar to anyone who’s spent time in the one of the world’s most ...

For decades in the skyscraper-strewn former British colony, builders have relied on one cheap, abundant, and flexible material to work on their towers.

Anger is rising as finger pointing begins, with media also slammed for early narratives. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.