Humans typically consider themselves the apex species on this planet. However, when looking at the news it appears we might need some help dealing with our changing world. Biomimicry looks to nature as a model, mentor, and measure. This allows humans to emulate forms, processes, and systems that the natural world has perfected for almost 3.8 billion years. The hope is that biomimicry can help our species survive this climate crisis. This lecture will introduce the concept of biomimicry and showcase examples through the lens of architecture.

