Parametric and Modular Design for Bamboo Chairs in Extended Reality: An Accessible Workflow

Bamboo is a renewable and biodegradable material with strong potential in sustainable design. However, its natural irregularity and non-standard geometry present challenges for modularity, standardization, and digital fabrication. This study proposes an Extended Reality (XR) platform that enables intuitive, parametric design of bamboo chairs through immersive interaction. Built on Rhino as the modelling core, the platform integrates Grasshopper for parameter control and Wasp for modular aggregation, allowing rule-based assembly of bamboo components that reflect their real-world irregularities. Users can interact with chair modules in real time using hand-tracking in Meta Quest 3, adjusting parameters and visualizing configurations directly in physical space. The system supports both basic and advanced design modes and uses scanned bamboo elements to ensure fabrication feasibility. Finalized models are stored and prepared for production, bridging virtual design with traditional craftsmanship. By combining XR technology with computational design tools, the platform offers a sustainable and accessible workflow for bamboo furniture customization.