Biohybrid Architectures: Histories, Practices and Futures

The lecture marks Phil Ayres' appointment in 2022 as Professor of Biohybrid Architecture at the Institute of Architecture and Technology.

Biohybrid systems couple the biological and the engineered to create blended entities with the aim of satisfying goal oriented and/or exploratory objectives. In his inaugural lecture, Professor Phil Ayres will explore biohybrids in an architectural context, revealing a rich and cross-disciplinary history, their contemporary relevance and future prospects.  

This will be animated through reference to research conducted within the Chair for Biohybrid Architecture where the fundamental technologies of weaving and fermentation act as a basis for enquiry.  

Program

• 13.00-14.30     BIOLAB open house - BIOLAB is situated between Entrance G and Entrance I (see link)
• 14.30-14.40     Welcome and introduction by Dean of Archtecture Jakob Knudsen
• 14.40-15.40     'Biohybrid Architectures: Histories, Practices and Futures' by Professor Phil Ayres
• 15.40-16.00     Conversation betwee Professor Phil Ayres and audience. Moderator Ingeborg Hau
• 16.00-17.00      Reception     

About Phil Ayres

In 2022, Phil Ayres was appointed as Professor of Biohybrid Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy, marking the establishment of Denmark’s first professorship in this pioneering field. 

Phil Ayres joined the Royal Danish Academy - Centre for IT and Architecture (CITA) in 2009, contributing to its research and teaching arenas over 14 years. Over this period, he developed extensive expertise in research linking digital technology and biological materials. His new role involves advancing biohybrid architecture research, developing the Academy’s biolabs as educational environments and creating interdisciplinary programs for bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD students.