Biomimicry - Building Exoskeletons

The term “biomimicry” in architecture refers to the application of principles which are found in nature and translated into the design of sustainable solutions – like the folded skin of this building.

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The repetitive triangulations resemble an animal’s extruded exoskeleton – or, perhaps, the hardened shell of a fruit.

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By increasing the envelope’s surface area, we can effectively shade the glass line – reducing glare and air conditioning loads, and minimising overheating – while still daylighting the interior and maintaining views out.

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Regenerative design solutions will always consider the sun path around the building in all seasons, and optimal solar access.

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There is much more that we can do make our buildings energy efficient and comfortable to inhabit – and mimicking structures found in nature is one way to achieve this.

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Let’s lower the temperature inside of buildings via strategic biomimicry.

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We strongly believe that development should be regenerative – improving outcomes for both the environment and for people.

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