Biomimetic Design

This graduate course on biomimetic design focuses on drawing inspiration from nature's principles, patterns, and strategies to create innovative, sustainable solutions. Through hands-on projects, it emphasizes observing natural systems, applying Life's Principles, and using biomimicry design spirals (Biology to Design and Challenge to Biology) to address real-world challenges, fostering creativity and sustainability in design.

The Regenerative Painting

This graduate project, "The Regenerative Painting," explores a circular and regenerative life cycle for paintings, aiming to eliminate waste and environmental harm by designing artworks that can be reused, repurposed, or returned to the earth. Inspired by biomimicry principles and natural models like switchgrass and nurse logs, the project emphasizes sustainable materials, artisan collaborations, and innovative processes to create a system where paintings nourish both the environment and the art community throughout their lifecycle.

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Harvest Helper

This graduate project, "Harvest Helper," applied biomimetic design principles to create a multifunctional gardening tool that simplifies home gardening by integrating nature-inspired solutions for protection, data collection, and community connection. Drawing from organisms like dragonflies, zebra finches, and coral refugia, the design leverages feedback loops, sustainable materials, and cooperative systems to enhance gardening success while promoting sustainability and resilience.

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