Dorion, Christiane
Built by Animals: Meet the creatures who inspire our homes and cities (Designed by Nature)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780711265684
- author:
- Dorion, Christiane
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Wide Eyed Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 1.5 x 24.1 x 24.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Children's, Non-Fiction, Science & Nature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Built by Animals introduces us to the incredible creatures that have inspired the materials and techniques used in the building world today. Christiane Dorion, a WWF educator, expertly explains how animals have helped shape our built environment.
From the bee's honeycomb shape that strengthens structures to termites' that build their nests with natural air conditioning, this book explores the amazing world of biomimicry. Discover how these amazing animals have already solved some of the world's biggest engineering challenges.
Find out who wins big at the Animal Builder Awards and learn more about the incredible world of building and engineering inspired by nature.
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