The Experts

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Lukas Zollinger

Workshop Host
Bamboo Architect
Co-founder OCCO Living


Lukas Zollinger is a swiss architect and carpenter whose expertise is in conceptual structures built with the use of engineered bamboo, as well
as engineered bamboo treatment
and production. He has worked with and consulted for various projects in Switzerland and in Asia, notably for Indonesia’s EcoLodge Bukit Lawang in Sumatra, and the Bamboo Bridge at the Orangutan Haven in Sumatra, which  was nominated for the first FIBRA Award on bio-based structures in Paris, France.

Lukas lives and works on Siargao Island, Philippines.

Jörg Stamm

World-Renowned Bamboo Master Builder & Consultant



Jörg Stamm is a bamboo master builder responsible for some of the most innovative bamboo structures around the world. His extensive experience in the industry has led him to being one of the most well known and sought after Bamboo Consultants in the world.

Jörg lives in Columbia and works all over the world.

Munir Vahanvati

Bamboo Designer
Co-founder Giant Grass
World Bamboo Ambassador


Munir Vahanvati is a designer with a keen interest in sustainability and good design. He is the Co-founder and Design Director of the Melbourne based design + build studio Giant Grass. He is passionate about natural materials and empowering communities through hands-on learning.  

He is co-author of the book ‘Co-building with Bamboo’ and has presented at a range of international conferences in Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea and Australia. Currently, he is the World Bamboo Ambassador for the World Bamboo Organisation and former vice president of Bamboo Society of Australia.

Munir lives and works in Melbourne, Australia.