Biomimicry and architecture

More than 3.5 billion years of living history have provided countless examples of forms, systems, and processes that can be applied to modern ecological design. In Biomimicry and Architecture, a veritable compendium of sustainable innovations, Michael Pawlyn invites architects, urban planners, and designers to draw inspiration from nature to radically increase the efficiency of their resources. Featuring a rich imagery, this book reviews major architectural issues and how biomimicry can help address them: structural strength, building materials, waste, water management, thermal comfort, the use of light, and energy consumption.