EPISODE · Jul 22, 2024 · 29 MIN
#028: Building with Bamboo: Embracing Sacred Geometry and Biophilic Design with Cristian Sola
from The Plant-Based Podcast ASIA · host Nick Frauenfelder
In Episode 28, we dive into the world of sustainable architecture with Cristian Sola, the visionary founder of Sola Bamboo Architecture Co., Ltd. Originally from Spain, Cristian has made Chiang Mai his home, where he transforms lives through innovative bamboo designs. Cristian’s journey began in 2014 with a social architecture project in Borneo, Malaysia, igniting his passion for bamboo construction. His quest for mastery took him across Southeast Asia, leading to a profound collaboration with the Bamboo Forest School Foundation in Thailand. There, he immersed himself in a bamboo construction training program, making frequent trips to Bali to learn ancestral Balinese techniques. By 2020, Cristian founded Sola Bamboo Architecture Co., Ltd. in Chiang Mai. His company is dedicated to offering clients sustainable, nature-connected, and high-quality living experiences through advanced bamboo construction techniques. Join us as Cristian shares his captivating journey, the challenges and triumphs of working with bamboo, and his vision for the future of sustainable architecture. Learn how his passion for bamboo has transformed not only his life but also the lives of those who value sustainability and quality of life. Tune in to discover the art and science behind bamboo architecture and be inspired by Cristian's commitment to creating a greener, more sustainable world. Website; https://solabambooarchitecture.com/TikTok; SolabambooarchitectureInstagram; SolabambooarchitectureFacebook; Solabambooarchitecture
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In Episode 28, we dive into the world of sustainable architecture with Cristian Sola, the visionary founder of Sola Bamboo Architecture Co., Ltd. Originally from Spain, Cristian has made Chiang Mai his home, where he transforms lives through innovative bamboo designs. Cristian’s journey began in 2014 with a social architecture project in Borneo, Malaysia, igniting his passion for bamboo construction. His quest for mastery took him across Southeast Asia, leading to a profound collaboration with the Bamboo Forest School Foundation in Thailand. There, he immersed himself in a bamboo construction training program, making frequent trips to Bali to learn ancestral Balinese techniques. By 2020, Cristian founded Sola Bamboo Architecture Co., Ltd. in Chiang Mai. His company is dedicated to offering clients sustainable, nature-connected, and high-quality living experiences through advanced bamboo construction techniques. Join us as Cristian shares his captivating journey, the challenges and triumphs of working with bamboo, and his vision for the future of sustainable architecture. Learn how his passion for bamboo has transformed not only his life but also the lives of those who value sustainability and quality of life. Tune in to discover the art and science behind bamboo architecture and be inspired by Cristian's commitment to creating a greener, more sustainable world. Website; https://solabambooarchitecture.com/TikTok; SolabambooarchitectureInstagram; SolabambooarchitectureFacebook; Solabambooarchitecture
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