Basic Requirements

This project involves designing an entrance gate structure for vehicular access. The client envisions an innovative form that showcases bamboo as the primary material. The design integrates unique structural characteristics that blend natural aesthetics with modern innovation.

Design Concept

The structure’s form is inspired by a leaf, with its tip gently lifted upward. The beams are designed using bundling techniques, while the roof battens are arranged in a grid system, supporting the free-form bamboo roof structure.

The entrance gate is designed with three primary load-bearing points:

• The right side of the gate features large bamboo columns serving as the main structural support for the roof beams.

• The two points on the left side of the gate distribute the roof beam’s load, with one extending towards the fence to accommodate the existing garden layout.

Key Structural Features

1. Three-Point Load Distribution

   • Ensures even weight distribution, enhancing structural stability.

2. Integrated Beams and Bamboo Columns

   • Small bamboo beams are bundled together to function as both columns and roof supports. Each beam is pre-curved before installation to create a fluid structure.

3. Grid-Pattern Roof Battens

   • Interwoven bamboo battens form a grid, increasing both strength and flexibility.

4. Split-Bamboo and Natural Thatch Roofing

   • Utilizes natural materials that complement the bamboo framework, allowing for a free-form roof structure that harmonizes with the architectural concept.

This design merges traditional bamboo craftsmanship with structural innovation, resulting in an architectural piece that is both visually striking and functionally efficient.