https://youtu.be/620omdSZzBs

“How do you cool a building without air conditioning? Using an approach called biomimicry, see how architect Mick Pearce harnessed the ingenuity of termites to design a natural cooling system for the largest commercial building in Zimbabwe.”

Using the technology inspired by a termite mound, The Eastgate Centre in central Harare, Zimbabwe uses up to 35% less energy than other buildings.

  • flambonkscious@sh.itjust.works
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    3 months ago

    What a champion of an architect! Love the excess surface area, overhangs and ventilation shafts - brilliant work!

    I’m sure lots of locations around the world would benefit, I’m curious at Te extra expense but it rather it be capital than ongoing cost any day!