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- “If We’re Going to Act Like Insects, Let’s At Least Be Smart About It” Fri, 7 Jul 23, 11:00amCan these principles really be applied to human architecture in a meaningful, scalable, and cost-effective manner?
- How termites draw on solar power for climate control Sat, 23 Sep 17, 12:22amTermite mounds could hold clues to passive climate control, according to new research. Seven scientists scrutinized African termite mounds to see how they keep their homes cool in the sun while maintaining a uniform concentration...
- The Una Cebu Car’s Swirling Exterior is Crafted from Coconut Flower Stalks and Other Local Materials Thu, 16 Feb 12, 12:33amWhen Clayton Tugonon set about creating his classy Una Cebu Car from locally sourced natural and recycled materials, he wanted to demonstrate to other Filipino designers the potential beauty and utility of their local resources...
- Design Inspiration from Nature – Biomimicry for a Better Planet Sat, 17 Jul 10, 3:00amPeople have been turning to nature for inspiration to help them solve problems for millions of years. From buildings and bridges to materials and medicine – examining the design of nature has aided in the development...