So, we all know about China's massive stadium built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics -- you know,– the one that cost around $500 million, seats up to 91,000 people and took seven years to build.
But there is an even better version! –Villagers in Hangzhou City have created their own smaller and cheaper version of the Bird's Nest Stadium from bamboo. I love these guys.
So called bamboo masters spent two weeks and used 1,000 pieces to create their own miniature version, which looks unquestionably awesome.
Beijing Olympic Bamboo Replicas
Birds Nest Stadium: The Village Version
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Building Materials - Using bamboo as a construction material for replica structures presents an opportunity for sustainable building practices.
2. Community-driven Innovation - The villagers' initiative to create their own version of the Bird's Nest Stadium highlights the potential of community-driven innovation in the construction industry.
3. Replica Tourism - The popularity of replica structures like the bamboo Bird's Nest Stadium opens up opportunities for tourism and cultural experiences centered around these iconic landmarks.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The use of bamboo as a building material for replica structures disrupts traditional construction methods, offering sustainable and cost-effective alternatives.
2. Tourism - The rise of replica tourism, fueled by the appeal of unique structures like the bamboo Bird's Nest Stadium, presents opportunities for the tourism industry to create new experiences and attractions.
3. Community Development - The initiative taken by villagers to build their own replica of the Bird's Nest Stadium highlights the potential for community-driven development projects, creating opportunities for collaboration and empowerment.