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Cylindrical Concrete Beehives

The Apiarium Hive Accommodates Bees in Urban Spaces

— May 16, 2014 — Eco
The Apiarium Hive by Bettina Madita Böhm is a minimalist structure designed for urban beekeepers. The hive is cast in lightweight concrete and equipped with insulating air canals for the colder seasons.The bees are attracted to the hive by a flower pot that sits on top of it; the pot also acts as a cooling mechanism during the warmer months. The cylindrical shape of the hive mimics the natural honeybee habitat.

The design is part of a Berlin initiative that seeks to install beehives in unused spaces within the city, encouraging bee accommodation in urban environments. The initiative is a response to the alarming decline in bee populations all over the world. Considering that bees pollinate more than three quarters of the world's food crops, their continued survival is imperative to our own.

Of her project, Böhm explains, "People are encouraged to merge into a meaningful avocation in relation to nature, while simultaneously improving the ecology of the city."
Trend Themes
1. Urban Beekeeping - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technologies and products that support urban beekeeping and accommodate bees in city environments.
2. Lightweight Concrete - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new applications and designs using lightweight concrete, such as in the construction industry or for sustainable urban infrastructure.
3. Ecological Initiatives - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and implement ecological initiatives that aim to improve the ecology of urban areas, such as urban gardening or wildlife conservation projects.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable and nature-friendly designs into architectural practices, specifically focused on urban spaces.
2. Agriculture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative farming practices that promote bee populations and support pollination in urban and suburban areas.
3. Construction - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply lightweight concrete and other sustainable materials in construction projects, particularly those aimed at urban development and revitalization.
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