Biomimicry

Nature is a fabulous designer. From big problems like climate change and packaging, to smaller problems like finding a way to see or be seen. Nature has a strategy.

Biomimicry Examples

Anti-bacterial surface

A shark’s skin has a diamond pattern with tiny riblets that discourage microorganisms from settling on their bodies

Sharklet film for surfaces, like countertops, prevents the spread of germs.The antibacterial properties of Sharklet micropatterns are purely structural in their unique shape and configuration.

Structural colour

The Blue Morpho butterfly wings have scales structured to bend the light to create a shimmering blue

Lexus LC luxury coupe’s Structural Blue paint reflects almost 100% of the incoming blue light giving the impression of the colour always changing

Impact resistance

The Mantis shrimp’s dactyl club disables prey with a punch that is faster than a speeding bullet

Super-strong composite materials for helmets to prevent concussions are inspired by the Mantis’ club.

Harmonizing old and new

No matter how you rearrange the elements of a forest floor, it looks seamless

Interface®, created chaos in carpet tile designs so older carpet tiles blend in with new ones.

Healthy coastlines

Coral reefs support the marine food chain, provide key medicines, creating food and economy, coastal protection and carbon capture.

ECOncrete® transforms the way our future coastlines look and function, with high-performance, resilient, blue-green infrastructure, which fosters highly productive thriving ecosystems.