Ninghai Bamboo Tower

This groundbreaking seven-story building stands as a global landmark of pioneering innovation in sustainable architecture. At 20,3 meters tall, it is the world’s first high-rise constructed using engineered bamboo (Glubam) – a bio-based material that significantly reduces carbon emissions compared to traditional materials like steel or concrete.

The structure features prefabricated bamboo components and cross-laminated bamboo-timber (CLBT) floors, enabling rapid assembly, minimizing waste, and lowering energy consumption throughout the construction process.

Designed for net-zero operation, the building incorporates sustainable strategies such as:

• Optimal building orientation

• Photovoltaic panels for renewable energy

• Rainwater harvesting systems

Situated on revitalized industrial land, the project integrates local biodiversity, helps mitigate the urban heat island effect, and stimulates the local economy by generating new employment opportunities. This seven-story bamboo structure not only sets a precedent for economically viable and environmentally responsible building practices but also showcases the future potential of bio-based materials in shaping a more sustainable built environment.