The World Bamboo community is pleased to highlight an important new contribution from two global leaders in sustainable construction: Base Bahay Foundation, Inc. and the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization (INBAR). Their newly released Bamboo Construction Manual for Single-Story Housing (October 2025) is now available for public access and download.

Developed by experts in structural engineering, alternative building technologies, and bamboo science, this manual provides an in-depth, step-by-step guide to the Composite Bamboo Shear Wall (CBSW) system—one of today’s most advanced and field-proven bamboo housing technologies.

Designed for engineers, architects, builders, NGOs, and technical institutions, the manual outlines every phase of the construction process, including:

• Selection, treatment, and structural grading of full-culm bamboo

• Prefabrication of CBSW wall components and roof trusses

• Site preparation, foundations, and rapid structural installation

• Roofing, plastering, and finishing techniques

• Quality control procedures and safety standards

• Common challenges and recommended best practices

  
  

The CBSW system combines bamboo culms with engineered connections and protective plastering materials, resulting in a durable, resilient, and low-carbon housing solution particularly suitable for climate-vulnerable and rapidly urbanizing regions.

This publication underscores the sustained leadership of Base Bahay Foundation and INBAR in advancing affordable, climate-smart, and code-compliant bamboo construction technologies.

Download the Full Manual

The complete PDF is available directly from Base Bahay Foundation:

https://base-builds.com/2025/11/05/bamboo-construction-manual-for-single-story-housing/

We encourage practitioners, policymakers, academic institutions, and housing innovators worldwide to explore and utilize this valuable resource in their work to accelerate sustainable and inclusive construction solutions.