Biomimetic innovations for sustainable and efficient architecture: Designing a community recreation Center in Sétif

Abstract

The application of biomimicry principles in the architectural design of a recreational facility in Sétif, Algeria, is examined in the thesis "BIOMIMETIC INNOVATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE AND EFFICIENT ARCHITECTURE: Designing a community recreation center in Sétif." Drawing inspiration from nature, the project intends to develop a sustainable space that solves the city's lack of well-designed recreational facilities. To promote community interaction, well- being, and environmental stewardship, the recreation center integrates diverse functions cultural, social, sports, and leisure activities. The thesis emphasizes how biomimetic architecture can transform urban environments into vibrant, restorative spaces that improve residents' quality of life while fostering ecological balance. Through a detailed analysis of local challenges, such as urban heat islands and limited green spaces. Additionally, by fusing theoretical investigation with useful design solutions, this study underscores the importance of reconnecting humans with nature through architecture, offering a pathway to a more sustainable and harmonious future.