The Biomimicry Blog

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 biophilic des...

What an unforgettable two days it was at the Biomimicry Confluence of October 2025! We’re still riding the wave of inspiration from this gathering, and we hope you are too. 

The energy, the insights, and the deep sense of community reminded us all why we do this work.

As we drift gently from the C...

Microbes, or microorganisms, are extremely small, living organisms that are too tiny to be seen with the naked eye. They’re found virtually everywhere on Earth, including in soil, water, air, and within other living beings. 

Microbial identification - the process of determining which microorganisms...

There’s a quiet revolution unfolding across design, science, and soul work. At the intersection lies biomimicry. And while the word may sound technical, its invitation is profoundly simple.

At the heart, biomimicry asks us to remember: we are not outside of nature. We are nature. Not observers, bu...

“It’s expensive to fight nature.” The words of biomimicry expert and leading architect Jamie Miller are more true today than ever before. And the built environment is taking note.  

Leading architects who study the way nature (not humans) manages resources, regulate temperature, or optimize structu...

Written by Alistair Daynes & AI

Hello nature enthusiasts and curious minds!

Jess (the cofounder of Learn Biomimicry) and I (Alistair) recently had the pleasure of hosting a deep dive into the brilliant world of biomimicry and artificial intelligence (AI). 

Jess presented a live workshop called W...

The Fibonacci sequence appears so often in nature that it has captured the human imagination for centuries. It’s also inspired human design in several industries.

In this blog, we’ll specifically look into how it inspired the design of turbines in the industrial and energy sectors. 

Ready to lea...

Are you looking for an inspiring biomimicry-related, bio-inspired or nature-based 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 or nature-inspired events in your co...

"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 Belousova pressed on with her final presentation. 

Business ...

Nature has perfected various design solutions, each with their own function. By studying natural patterns and design phenomena, we can create more efficient, sustainable, and innovative solutions in fields like engineering, architecture, and technology (and more!).

This article explores 10 pattern...