A Framework for the Digital Transformation of Traditional Bamboo Weaving in Contemporary Interior Design

Abstract

This study explores the digital transformation and spatial application of traditional bamboo weaving in contemporary interior design. It aims to develop a parametric modeling framework that translates traditional bamboo weaving techniques into computational design parameters, thereby enabling their effective integration into modern interior environments. A mixed-method research approach was adopted, including literature review, field investigation, expert interviews, and parametric modeling experiments. Field studies were conducted in three representative bamboo weaving regions Qingshen (Sichuan), Shengzhou (Zhejiang), and Gutian (Fujian) to collect quantitative technical data. including bamboo filament precision, weaving density, perforation rate, thermoforming temperature, and structural performance. These parameters were systematically translated into digital variables and implemented through parametric modeling using Rhino and Grasshopper. The results demonstrate that traditional bamboo weaving techniques can be effectively transformed into a parametric digital design model capable of generating adaptable patterns, structures, and spatial elements for interior applications. The proposed framework reconstructs the logic of weaving through computational algorithms and supports design implementations such as spatial partitions, lighting elements, decorative screens, and wall installations. By transforming experiential craft knowledge into a structured parametric system, this research contributes to the fields of digital heritage and computational design. It provides a practical methodological pathway for integrating traditional craftsmanship with contemporary interior design practices, thereby supporting the sustainable preservation and innovative development of bamboo weaving as an intangible cultural heritage.