Stuart Beare

In this discussion, Stuart Beare, a sunflower grower, shares insights on how sunflowers’ flexible stems enable them to withstand strong winds. Roland Ennos explains the biomechanical principles that keep these tall plants standing. Sigrid Adriaenssen explores how the engineering of sunflowers can inspire skyscraper design, focusing on stability and sustainability. They discuss how nature's adaptations can lead to innovative architecture and efficient design solutions, merging the beauty of flowers with the practicality of urban structures.