We often get asked how to bend or straighten bamboo so it fits the designs people dream up. But what if, instead, we embraced bamboo’s natural curves and beauty? 🎋 During our recent in-person course, Dean took on this challenge by crafting a bar stool from bamboo. She intentionally worked with pieces that were slightly irregular and curving. Inspired by bamboo’s rhizome system and the elegance of bamboo bone, Dean’s design brings together a medley of uniquely shaped poles and splits. The natura