Weaving with Bamboo: From Art to Architecture

This lecture introduces Alison Martin, a weaving artist with a background in fine arts and visual communication. She shares her journey of rediscovering the art of weaving with bamboo, showcasing how she has taken it to the next level by creating intricate structures and patterns. Alison discusses her experiments with different weaving techniques, from creating trellises for plants to designing complex geometric shapes using bamboo strips. She also explores the potential applications of bamboo weaving in architecture, robotics, and structural engineering, highlighting the balance between aesthetics and functionality in her designs.