The Biomimicry Blog

Life-centered design is a design approach that aims to serve all forms of life, both human and non-human. This approach does not purely aim to create aesthetically pleasing designs, but instead prioritises the wellbeing of all organisms affected throughout its lifecycle. It is...

The chances are, you arrived at biomimicry because you felt that something was… missing. Or, you felt there’s an opportunity for something new and innovative to happen. A meaningful career move, an inspiring community, a chance to problem-solve differently, or perhaps a unique set of...

It’s no secret. Honeycombs are the poster child of biomimicry design.

An effective design like no other, made with love by nature’s sweet (and buzzy) six-legged engineers.

Slap the honeycomb structure on any design—and voila, you just made it stronger, possibly...

When you think of sustainability, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s electric cars, the solarpunk movement, or regenerative agriculture. Personally, I imagine a forest. For what is more sustainable than a thriving ecosystem that gives more than it receives, produces no waste, cleans our air...

Biophilia and biomimicry are two terms often heard in the same conversation, but they are not the same thing. There is overlap and shared qualities, however, and one characteristic can be named for both concepts: recognising the value of the natural environment. 

What is biophilia and...

Are you looking for an inspiring biomimicry-related event? This is a list of keystone events from around the world to invite you into the world of biomimicry. The search is over, welcome to the list of extraordinary biomimicry-themed events in your country.

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Many learners ask the question: what type of jobs are available in biomimicry? Some individuals have made biomimicry their full time profession, by developing biomimicry courses and programmes, or mentoring others. Some organisations have a Director of Biomimicry, like Microsoft and B+H...

If Imitation is the sincerest flattery, humans have been applauding the natural world for a good while now, perhaps since its inception. Emulating nature for designs that work is not new, and biomimicry (or biomimetics) is a (re)emerging discipline of ancient practice found within the majority of...

You may have been asked what’s your life purpose before, but have you ever been asked, ‘what is the purpose of Life? Life's purpose is to create conditions conducive to life. Simple, yet profound and long-lasting. 

What’s more interesting to note, is that there are some...

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Below is a list of our top 50 innovations inspired by nature. Each nature-based solution has been implemented as a business or a biomimicry invention / is a biomimetics example.

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