This young man named Fawaz Rob graduated from San Francisco State University and comes to Bangladesh to make creative houses for the rural Bangladesh.
Bangla Bari Ltd is a non-profit, research-based organization dedicated to constructing sustainable and affordable architecture in rural Bangladesh. Their portfolio encompasses clinics, schools, libraries, residential houses, and offices, primarily utilizing earth as a building material. A significant portion of their work involves researching and experimenting with materials and construction techniques to promote sustainable building practices. citeturn0search2
The organization emphasizes the use of sustainable materials such as Compressed Earth Blocks (CEB), jute-based roofing (Bangla Tin), and treated bamboo. Their projects include the construction of clinics, schools, individual houses, and offices made with earth, contributing to environmental conservation and providing affordable housing solutions. citeturn0search2
One notable project is the Amirabad Clinic in Faridpur, built with earthen blocks and bamboo, showcasing the application of sustainable materials in functional architecture. citeturn0search6
Bangla Bari's impact is evident through their contributions to rural infrastructure:
- Constructed 12 desalinization centers.
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Completed 25 commercial projects.
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Built 700 toilets.
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Installed 1,200 tube wells.
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Produced 50,000 earth blocks.
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Benefited approximately 1.4 million people.
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Reduced CO2 emissions by 36 tons.
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Their commitment to sustainable architecture has garnered attention, with features in publications such as The Business Standard, highlighting their efforts in building sustainable structures across rural Bangladesh. citeturn0search3
For more information and updates on their projects, Bangla Bari maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including Facebook. citeturn0search1
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