Biomimetic Architecture – Use of nature to solve design challenges!
Biomimetics (also known as biomimicry or bionics) is described as a new science in which biological organismx and natural ecosystems are observed and emulated in an effort to design systems, products or even buildings that are innovative, efficient, optimized, and sustainable. In biomimetics, nature is regarded as a mentor who can teach better methods to solve contemporary design challenges based on eons of trial and error. Viewing nature as a teacher allows humans to establish a more symbiotic relationship in which instead of taking resources from her, we take ideas – a ready renewable resource. In this presentation, attendees will be 1) taken through the biomimetic design methodology, 2) observe an architectural design challenge taken through the methodology to arrive at a solution that is more optimal (or effective) than traditional forms of construction, and 3) discuss potentialities for applying this methodology to the creation and manipulation of light. The biomimetic methodology discussed in this presentation can be applied to design challenges of any scope or scale to find better (optomized) solutions.
Location: Goose Island, Clybourn Brewpub, 1800 North Clybourn, Chicago, IL 60614
