Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable building material, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions where it grows naturally. This article explores the use of bamboo in low-cost housing construction, highlighting its potential for social and environmental sustainability. Traditional bahareque technology in Costa Rica and Colombia has been enhanced to make houses resistant to earthquakes and storms, and this innovation has been adopted in several Latin American and Asian countries. Local communities play a crucial role in bamboo processing, allowing residents to participate in the construction of their homes under technical supervision. Ensuring the durability of bamboo housing is essential for its longevity, and technical assistance is necessary for self-builders and resident groups. The article discusses successful examples of bamboo housing constructions in various countries, where modern architectural solutions are combined with innovative bamboo methods. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities in expanding bamboo housing production, emphasizing the need for proper organization and technical expertise. International organizations like INBAR and the World Bamboo Organization are promoting the use of bamboo for sustainable development and social housing. The article concludes by discussing the potential of bamboo in Latin America, Asia, and Africa, highlighting the importance of government policies, community involvement, and technical innovations in realizing the full potential of bamboo as a sustainable building material.Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable building material, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions where it grows naturally. This article explores the use of bamboo in low-cost housing construction, highlighting its potential for social and environmental sustainability. Traditional bahareque technology in Costa Rica and Colombia has been enhanced to make houses resistant to earthquakes and storms, and this innovation has been adopted in several Latin American and Asian countries. Local communities play a crucial role in bamboo processing, allowing residents to participate in the construction of their homes under technical supervision. Ensuring the durability of bamboo housing is essential for its longevity, and technical assistance is necessary for self-builders and resident groups. The article discusses successful examples of bamboo housing constructions in various countries, where modern architectural solutions are combined with innovative bamboo methods. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities in expanding bamboo housing production, emphasizing the need for proper organization and technical expertise. International organizations like INBAR and the World Bamboo Organization are promoting the use of bamboo for sustainable development and social housing. The article concludes by discussing the potential of bamboo in Latin America, Asia, and Africa, highlighting the importance of government policies, community involvement, and technical innovations in realizing the full potential of bamboo as a sustainable building material.