Cyber Beau Cultivating Connections: Papua New Guinea’s Loma Kewai – The Bamboo Furniture Maker!

From the highlands of Goroka, 24-year-old Loma Kewai is crafting modern bamboo furniture using age-old Pacific techniques. His creations blend sustainability with style—bringing eco-friendly elegance into homes, schools, and community halls.

Profile Overview:
Name: Loma Kewai
Occupation: Bamboo Furniture Maker
Age: 24
Background: Growing up surrounded by forests and natural materials, Loma was taught bamboo work by his uncles. Now, he innovates traditional designs with modern durability and flair, selling his pieces across the Highlands.

Likes:

• Teaching village youth how to work with natural materials

Dislikes:

• Deforestation and overuse of imported materials

Turns On:

• Eco-conscious buyers who care about handmade quality

Turns Off:

• Mass-produced plastic furniture replacing traditional craftsmanship

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