The Biomimicry Blog

Your first introduction to biomimicry might have begun with the all-too familiar chimes of a TED talk. The applause, the pacing of the presenter, and then, that inevitable point of no return. It clicks. It sticks. Because just like that, biomimicry hooks itself into you. Much like a burr clinging to...

You’ve probably seen many examples of biomimicry in more obvious fields, like architecture. But how many biomimicry examples can you think of in technology? I couldn't name any off the top of my head, to be honest. 

But if you take a closer look, you’ll find that some of these innovations fall unde...

In this article, we list some of the best biomimicry examples for urban design. Urbanisation is rapidly reshaping our landscapes across the world, and there is a strong need for sustainable, low-impact solutions like green architecture and nature-inspired designs. 

By applying biomimicry, and study...

Is it a plant? Is it an animal? No, it's fungi! You might be wondering how it’s possible to get protein from a source that’s neither plant-based or animal-derived. MycoSure, a proudly South African company is using mycelia, the roots of fungi, to create a sustainable protein product that can be used...

Coastal Water Defense and Management

Architect Davina Cranstoun's vision of the future and use of biomimicry feels like something out of a Sci-Fi movie. 

Her conceptual design symbolises strength and support, drawing inspiration from the "Guardians of the Coastline" - mangroves. This 'Marine Park'...

They’re springing up like wildflowers - the practices of how we can (and should) learn from the principles of Nature to better survive on this planet! Within biomimicry and bio-inspired movements, new terms and related paradigms are popping up every year and in every emerging discipline. It is a who...

You may have heard of the Biomimicry Institute's Ray of Hope Prize. For the last nine years, 10 startups have competed (and collaborated) annually to win $100,000 … this year, that is no longer the case. 

The Ray of Hope Accelerator is no longer a competition. Today, the Biomimicry Institute has re...

What can you learn from evolution? That is, the process of evolving, not just the theory. This article is an open exploration into the genius of nature at a systems level and discusses evolution and how to think about objectives and end goals. Does evolution have a goal? And if so, what is the goal ...

So you ask ... who is biomimicry really for?

I have often heard the phrase ‘biomimicry is for everyone’. I disagree. Let me explain.

Biomimicry is for anyone, but not everyone.

If something is for everyone, it’s for no one. Why? Well, there are approximately 8,019,876,189 (i.e. 8 billion-odd) hum...

"About 90% of startups fail."

There was a collective wince. Then, a moment of held breath, as we each peered at the statistics, assessing our own personal level of risk. Some nervous laughs. Some uncomfortable shifting in seats. Nadezhda pressed on with her final presentation. 

Business is messy, ...