The subject matter of this thesis is Bamboo Construction Technology for Housing and the impact that the particular needs of a target group have on the successful application of foreign developed technologies. The country of Bangladesh faces a huge problem in the housing situation. There is a substantial lack of housing, particularly qualitative housing that is adequate according to both material and immaterial needs of the population. The role of bamboo in house construction has been substantial. The role of bamboo in house construction has been substantial everywhere it grows naturally2. It has strength, flexibility, and versatility, and therefore it is a suitable material for practically every part of the house – when treated and used properly. The advantages of using bamboo for construction do not end with technical advantages only. It is very economical because it is a local product and therefore amongst the cheapest building materials. Prices have been increasing lately though due to over extraction from forests and lack of plantations that are well managed. Cultivating bamboo can have very high yields if managed properly. Moreover, bamboo can be used as a substitute for timber in many applications, and compared to the trees used for that timber, bamboo grows substantially faster. It can contribute to a solution for the deforestation that is at the present causing concerns for the environment.