The application of computerised optimisation techniques, based on genetic algorithms adapted from nature, develop intelligent facades to solve today's building problems; however, with the use of such advanced technologies, energy is wasted causing a high overall environmental impact. By considering existing natural biological 'skins' or 'cells structure' of certain flora and fauna, can we translate this biology by the same genetic algorithms as solutions for a net-zero façade design?
I would recomend Neri Oxman lectures. She is trying generate architecture with live ornganisms. It is more than you ask, but you could be interested.
https://www.ted.com/talks/neri_oxman_design_at_the_intersection_of_technology_and_biology?language=pt
I would suggest you search for different types of "tropism" in plants. You may find them a source of inspiration.
Unless you add shading that flora and fauna have, the structure is not going to help save energy. Termites on the other hand live in a naturally ventilated environment.
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