Date of Graduation

5-2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Architecture

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Department

Architecture

Advisor/Mentor

Turner, Alison

Committee Member/Reader

Jensen, David

Committee Member/Second Reader

Lane, Robyn

Committee Member/Third Reader

Skiles, Lisa

Abstract

Nature has an integral relationship with architecture and serves as a sustainable role model and inspiration for designers. The process of biomimicry in architecture has the potential to produce more sustainable design solutions and foster a connection between humans and nature. Existing biomimetic design projects have varying strengths and weaknesses as examples of the process. Utilizing guidelines and references from key leaders in biomimetic design consultancy (Biomimicry 3.8), selected case studies are assessed for their ability to demonstrate the benefits of this design strategy. Using these evaluations, the case studies are diagrammed and critiqued to determine how new projects could go further to improve the future of biomimicry.

Keywords

Biomimicry, Bioinspired Design, Sustainability, Innovation, Nature

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