Singapore-based company bioSEA focuses on biomimicry, drawing inspiration from nature for innovative designs. Director Anuj Jain discusses the company's integration of ecology and biomimicry into the built environment. Their elephant skin-inspired tiles, designed for Singapore's tropical climate, utilise diverse materials like cement, clay, mycelium, and 3D-printed biodegradable plastics. Prototypes demonstrate a potential 20% reduction in energy use, impacting indoor temperatures.

Sustainability is a key focus, with experiments using recycled materials like discarded clay and mycelium. Jain explains the strategic placement of tiles for optimal efficiency and discusses manufacturing options, including conventional methods and 3D printing, depending on materials and project specifics.

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