Rupgaon: A Knowledge Exchange Center
Rupgaon: A Knowledge Exchange Center is a sustainable, two-story eco-architecture project located in Jangir, Rupganj, Dhaka. Designed as a community hub for environmental learning, workshops, and cultural exchange, the 10,200 sq. ft. structure sits harmoniously within a unique sloping marshland landscape.
Rooted in local heritage and vernacular building traditions, the structure utilizes a hybrid construction method: a concrete column and pile foundation on the lower level to prevent erosion and withstand seasonal flooding, paired with an upper superstructure crafted from treated bamboo, mud-plastered woven floors, and durable palm wood beams. Its semi-circular double-layered bamboo roof and extensive natural ventilation systems ensure passive cooling and resilience against tropical storms. Built alongside local craftsmen, the center serves as a living model of sustainable, low-carbon architecture that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern environmental design.
