This book provides the readers with a timely guide to the application of biomimetic principles in architecture and engineering design. As a result of a combined effort by two internationally recognized authorities; the biologist Werner Nachtigall and the architect Gouml;ran Pohl; the book describes the principles which can be used to compare nature and technology; and at the same time it presents detailed explanations and examples showing how biology can be used as a source of inspiration and ldquo;translatedrdquo; in building and architectural solutions (biomimicry). Even though nature cannot be directly copied; the living world can provide architects and engineers with a wealth of analogues and inspirations for their own creative designs. But how can analysis of natural entities give rise to advanced and sustainable design? By reporting on the latest bionic design methods and using extensive artwork; the book guides readers through the field of nature-inspired architecture; offering an extraordinary resource for professional architects; engineers; designers and urban planners; as well as for university teachers; researchers and students. Natural evolution is seen throughout the book as a powerful resource that can serve architecture and design by providing innovative; optimal and sustainable solutions.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Historical FashionBy R. N. SulenticThis is the sort of history book that I love to see get written--a close look at a couple of very curious manuscripts made by a father and son in 16th century Germany. The father and son documented the suits of clothes that that they wore. year by year across the century. These are well-to-do people. the father being an accountant to the subject of the book "The Richest Man Who Ever Lived". so although we are seeing what a wealthy man wore. we are still getting a window on the past that isnt often available. The pictures are amazing as a picture of what was actually being worn (even if only by the wealthy). The author in a conclusion. actually recreates one of the outfits and shows how it would have been made. This is a really interesting piece of fashion history and history in general.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Terrific book. but very specificBy David O. RobertsThis is an excellent resource. although for a very specific and narrow time-frame. It is peculiar to the German fashions that were popularized by the landsknechte. the mercenaries of Switzerland and some of the German countries at the beginning of the 16th century. In the second part of the book. fashions that were influenced by Spanish costume are introduced.The reproductions are excellent.with great color printing. The commentary in the back is extremely well-done. and the chapter on reconstructing one of the outfits from the paintings is very informative.For anybody interested in this particular period. or for obsessive costume mavens such as myself. this is a great find. and at a reasonable price. as well !2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. an excellent book with excellent illustrationsBy ccan excellent book with excellent illustrations. just the author overlooked that there was already an edition in German in 1963
