More than 900 bamboo poles were used to construct this home, designed by architect Enrique Mora Alvarado for a site in a remote Ecuadorian rainforest (+ slideshow). Casa Convento is situated on a plot surrounded by mountains, a small creek and a bamboo forest. Related story Teak and bamboo structures accommodate Burmese refugees in a Thai village Recognising … Continue reading Low-cost house by Enrique Mora Alvarado built using rainforest wood and bamboo