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Figure 6: Bamboo building
The construction of the bamboo building was challenging as the materials were less predictable,and
working on the complex network of scaffolding was demanding. Safety regulations were strictly
enforced, and there were regular inspections of the safety equipment.
In retrospect, one of the critical strategies was to develop an egalitarian spirit.
Results
The recognition of the project and its success are as follows:
• The resort was featured in the world’s leading travel magazines and was a financial success for the
client, with very high occupancy rates.
• Guest comments and reviews have been outstanding.
• The designers, Nomadic Resorts, won the 2018 UNESCO Prix Versailles for commercial architecture
and were finalists in several other international awards.
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