Nervous System and Building Automation Systems: The nervous system in organisms is a complex network that processes information and triggers responses. Similarly, modern buildings often have automation systems (like smart thermostats, lighting controls, and security systems) that monitor various inputs (temperature, light levels, presence of people) and adjust the building's responses accordingly, ensuring efficiency and comfort.
Skin and Building Envelope (Walls, Roofs, Windows): Skin protects organisms from external elements, helps regulate temperature, and even produces Vitamin D under sunlight. The building envelope serves a similar purpose, providing insulation, protecting from weather, and, with the advent of smart materials, can also adapt to environmental changes (like photochromic windows adjusting to sunlight).
Digestive System and Waste Management Systems in Buildings: Just as the digestive system processes food and extracts necessary nutrients while expelling waste, efficient buildings have systems for managing waste - recycling, composting, and safe disposal. The analogy extends to buildings that use sustainable practices, much like how a healthy diet benefits an organism.