Biomimicry in Architecture

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Biomimicry in Architecture

Environmentally-friendly (‘green’) architecture and design Architecture: professional practice Civil engineering, surveying and building

Author: Michael Pawlyn

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Language: English

Published by: RIBA Publishing

Published on: 12 August 2019

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 18 Mb

ISBN: 9781000701609


Introduction

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.

About the Book

For 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.

Why Read It

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.

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