BeeHaven
Designing adaptive urban beehives with mycelium
"BeeHaven" is an innovative urban beehive design that provides sustainable habitats for pollinating bees in city environments. It is suitable for urban planners, environmental organizations, and communities aiming to enhance urban biodiversity and support bee populations. Its sustainability and innovation stem from integrating digital scans of tree forms with mycelium additive manufacturing to create adaptive habitats that meet bees' ecological needs. By using environmental analysis and the A-star algorithm to select optimal locations, it ensures scientifically sound placement.
Company/Institution
中国美术学院
Country
China
Designer(s)
Yao Yulu, Liu Xinyi & Dai Yannning
The team graduated from the School of Innovation and Design of the China Academy of Art, with research directions in "Design Beyond Humanity" and sustainable materials. Our research focuses on creating innovative design solutions that promote cross-species coexistence and ecological sustainability. By combining advanced technology with ecological principles, we hope to address environmental challenges and contribute to sustainable urban development.