Biomimicry in Architecture

Biomimicry in Architecture
Authors
Pawlyn, Michael
Publisher
Riba Publishing
Tags
science
Date
2011-01-01T00:00:00+00:00
Size
18.06 MB
Lang
en
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When searching for genuinely sustainable building design and technology - designs that go beyond conventional sustainability to be truly restorative - we often find that nature got there first. Over 3.5 billion years of natural history have evolved innumerable examples of forms, systems, and processes that can be applied to modern green design.

Aimed at architects, urban designers and product designers, this new edition of *Biomimicry in Architecture* looks to the natural world to achieve radical increases in resource efficiency. Packed with case studies predicting future trends, this edition also contains updated and expanded chapters on structures, materials, waste, water, thermal control and energy, as well as an all-new chapter on light.

An amazing sourcebook of extraordinary design solutions, *Biomimicry in Architecture* is a must-read for anyone preparing for the challenges of building a sustainable and restorative future.