Born in Canada, grown in Bali, Indonesia, and educated in the United States, Canadian designer Elora Hardy has made a significant mark in sustainable architecture. Returning to Bali, Hardy teamed up with her father and a dedicated team to create innovative buildings crafted from bamboo and other natural materials.
\"Bamboo was an offering to the future, a promise to the kids, that there could be a bountiful future,\" Hardy explained, highlighting her commitment to sustainability. This vision has led to the construction of over 90 unique buildings, including the renowned Green School Bali campus. Nestled in the heart of the jungle, the campus is designed to achieve the lowest carbon footprint possible, embodying Hardy's dedication to eco-friendly design.
Leading a team and pioneering new designs come with their challenges, but Hardy thrives on them. She continues to explore new possibilities with other natural materials, aiming to \"open up a new world for people.\" Her innovative work has not gone unnoticed, earning her the title of Architectural Digest Innovator in 2013 for her exceptional bamboo building projects.
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