Tenant-built bamboo housing resists a 7.7-magnitude earthquake

Tenant-built bamboo housing resists a 7.7-magnitude earthquake

A cluster of bamboo homes in Burma becomes a symbol of resilience and community

In the heart of Mandalay, Burma, a small cluster of bamboo houses has become a symbol of resilience. When a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar earlier this year, the ground around them split and buildings nearby collapsed. Yet 26 of these homes, designed and built by architectural studio Blue Temple, remained completely intact.

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Category: Architecture, Technology

Tags: Earthquake, Emergency Housing, Bamboo, DIY