Building a Bamboo Pavilion for the New European Bauhaus Festival

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Dutch Bamboo Foundation and studio akeka to Showcase Sustainable Innovation with "The Trilix" Bamboo Pavilion at New European Bauhaus Festival

March 31st, 2024

[Winterswijk, NL]Dutch Bamboo Foundation (DBF) in partnership with bkvv architects of Amsterdam have been invited by the European Commission to build a bamboo pavilion at the New European Bauhaus Festival (NEB) in Brussels. The Trilix Bamboo pavilion will be open to the public from 9th till 13th of April during NEB24 in Parc du Cinquantenaire in Brussels, Belgium.

About The Trilix Bamboo Pavilion

Welcome to The Trilix, a stunning architectural marvel that seamlessly blends sustainability with innovative design. Inspired by the natural beauty of bamboo and the timeless elegance of trefoil shapes, our pavilion boasts three circular roofs that converge to create a harmonious and striking structure. Crafted primarily from rapidly renewable bamboo materials, The Trilix serves as a shining example of eco-friendly architecture, showcasing the possibilities of sustainable construction practices.

The Trilix is made of European bamboo harvested in The Netherlands and Georgia. A huge amount of carbon is locked in the bamboo. The foundation ballast is from olivine rich rock and permanently removes carbon. We are grateful to our partners De Groene Prins, Randijk, Bamboo World and Greensand for supporting us.

Whether you're seeking a serene space for meditation, a unique venue for events, or simply a captivating architectural masterpiece to admire, The Bamboo Trilix Pavilion offers an unforgettable experience. Celebrating the beauty of nature and the power of sustainable design.

For branding purposes, we affectionately refer to our pavilion as ‘The Trilix’. Its trifoliate shape and its materials not only pay homage to nature, it also is symbolic for our tri-party partnership, ultimately connecting people to nature.

Join us at the New European Bauhaus Festival to witness grass roots innovation in sustainable architecture embodied in "The Trilix" Bamboo Pavilion. On Friday, April 12th, at 12:20 we share the Museum Stage with two additional studios to present “Masterclass with the Master Architects”. If you can’t be there in person, you can find the live broadcast online. The Trilix not only showcases the beauty and versatility of bamboo but also sparks contemplation on further innovations in using nature based solutions for our built environment. Together, let us explore the possibilities of sustainable development and propagate the way towards a greener, more harmonious future for all.