Dutch Bamboo Foundation, SKIL and BouwBeurs 2025 are joining forces to create a unique bamboo heart, as the centerpiece of the BouwBeurs 2025 in Utrecht. This impressive structure is a celebration of sustainability and innovation in the construction industry.
Inspired by the Fibonacci sequence, the design reflects the spiral structure found in nature. The heart symbolizes the connection between organization, participants and visitors, and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in construction.
Live demonstrations with SKIL XP tools
Visitors can watch the construction of the Bamboo Heart live. Melvin Kolk, bamboo builder and instructor at Bamboo Builds, along with his team, will build the heart using SKIL XP tools. These demonstrations showcase the power, precision and durability of SKIL's latest tool line.
Interactive and inspiring
The Bamboo Heart is not only pleasing to the eye, but also an interactive experience. Visitors can walk under the structure and take pictures from a unique perspective. It is a place to connect, inspire and learn about the potential of bamboo in construction.
Support the Bamboo Heart
To cover the costs, expenses and time of our craftsmen, designers and planners, the Dutch Bamboo Foundation is engaged in a fundraising campaign. We are looking for sponsors to help us realize this project and support the future of sustainable building. The Bamboo Heart is also for sale, allowing companies and organizations to acquire a unique work of art while contributing to a sustainable world.
Building a sustainable future together
With this project, the Dutch Bamboo Foundation, SKIL and BouwBeurs 2025 want to draw attention to the potential of bamboo as a sustainable building material. The Bamboo Heart is a symbol of the growing movement towards a circular economy and a source of inspiration for the construction industry.
Building on success: SKIL and Dutch Bamboo Foundation
The partnership between SKIL and Dutch Bamboo Foundation blossoms from a successful collaboration during Dutch Design Week last fall. SKIL provided the foundation with tools, including screwdrivers and saws, for the construction of the Trilix Bamboo Pavilion. This project demonstrated the versatility and potential of bamboo as a building material and strengthened the bond between SKIL and Dutch Bamboo Foundation.
About the Dutch Bamboo Foundation
The Dutch Bamboo Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting bamboo as a sustainable building material in the Netherlands and Europe. They are working to establish a full EU supply chain for bamboo, from farmer to processing to product.
About SKIL
SKIL is a leading brand in the do-it-yourself and professional tool industry. With the XP line, SKIL offers high-quality tools that meet the demands of the modern craftsman.
About Bamboo Builds
Bamboo Builds, founded by Melvin Kolk, is a Dutch company that specializes in building with bamboo. They offer workshops and courses for people who want to learn how to build with this sustainable material. Bamboo Builds has a mission to make bamboo building accessible to everyone and thus contribute to a greener future.
Team:We are a group of bamboo builders, all alumni of Bamboo U
Brian Wennersten, Founder, Dutch Bamboo Foundation
Rein van der Geest, Project Manager, Freelance Builder, Dutch Bamboo Foundation
Karel Keruhorst, Industrial Designer
Melvin Kolk, Bamboo Builder + Educator, Bamboo Builds
Jelle Hamers, Carpenter
Helly Scholten, Sustainable Interior Designer + Advisor
You will find Bamboo Heart in Hall 8, booth A042
