Botanical Architecture: Plants, Buildings and Us

Explore a thought-provoking lecture examining the intersection of plant life and architectural design, where a Bartlett School of Architecture lecturer investigates how buildings could emulate trees as living, growing structures rather than depleting natural resources. Learn how plants serve as architectural models and discover innovative approaches to designing structures that integrate and nurture vegetal life. Delve into the fundamental relationship between human construction and plant life, considering how architecture can evolve to serve both human needs and botanical growth. Drawing from extensive architectural expertise and research, gain insights into creating more sustainable and symbiotic relationships between built environments and natural ecosystems. The discussion challenges traditional architectural paradigms while offering fresh perspectives on ecological design principles that could reshape our approach to construction and environmental stewardship.