Introduction to Biomimicry Workshop

Sat Aug 18, 09:30 - Sun Aug 19, 16:00

Seedspace, Cape Town.

ABOUT

The Cape Town Biomimicry Network (in association with BiomimicrySA) will be hosting an Introduction to Biomimicry Workshop. This 2-day workshop is great for reconnecting with nature, and inspiring you to see the challenges we face in our daily professional and personal lives in a different way.

By learning from nature, we are introduced to both a world of limitless inspiration, as well as a new framework with which we can relook our existing products, processes and systems. In this workshop, we focus on learning the practical methodology and tools for designing a sustainable (and thriving!) world, based on nature's genius.

Biomimicry is multidisciplinary, so you don't need a background in biology to attend – everyone is welcome! 

Our venue is the amazing Seedspace, in Cape Town CBD. Check them out here.

OUTLINE

The course sweeps through the basics of Biomimicry, ensuring that by the end, everyone has had a taste of the biomimicry Design Process. Whether you see biomimicry as an interest, an exciting line of study, a way to solve challenges, or a potential future career, most Cape Town network members started their journey with an Introduction to Biomimicry course!

Day 1 

We dive straight into a showcase of nature's incredible designs and adaptations! We are reminded that we are a part of nature, and that many of our challenges have already been solved by other living organisms. We will guide you in experiencing the living world around you in a completely different light. Getting up-close to the seemingly simple, unveils a breathtaking complexity. From benign chemistry to perfected aerodynamics, from no-fade colour to non-toxic healthcare. From micro organisms to entire ecosystems, we introduce you to this world of inspiration. The day is comprised of a series of lectures and activities, ending in you creating a nature-inspired design! 

Day 2

On the second day, we delve deeper into the practical methodology of biomimicry, and focus in on understanding how we can use nature as a guide for solving our challenges. After a short refresher, we help you to carry out your own practical biomimicry project. You can choose to work on a personal issue that you feel passionate about, or we can provide you with some suggested topics. The aim of this project is to consolidate your learning from the course. 

Notes

Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided, but you'll need to bring your own lunch or money for lunch. There will be vegan JarBar lunches available for purchase (R65) at the venue. Please email Jessica through the Quicket website if you would like to order one. 
During the workshop, we like spend as much time outside as our schedule and the weather permits, so we will be making use of the beautiful Company's Gardens. 
There is paid street parking in the area, and free street parking a short walk up the road in and around Hope Street. The venue is also close to a number of MyCiti bus stops.

We look forward to seeing you there!
x  The Cape Town Biomimicry Network

DIRECTIONS

Introduction to Biomimicry Workshop
Seedspace, Cape Town.
8 Spin St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
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