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Bio design : nature, science, creativity / William Myers, Paola Antonelli

Examining seventy projects across architecture, industry, and art, this volume explores the integration of living organisms into design. It details how biological processes and materials are harnessed to address engineering challenges and create sustainable outcomes.

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