A cultural reaction, pertaining to sustainable design strategies in architecture, is a form of Organicism. This is when an architectural design as a whole responds to the surrounding culture by sustaining and providing for both the environment and any adjacent living organisms.
An example of sustainable design strategies is seen in Madagascar, Australia and Africa by the natives’ utilization of the Baobab Tree. The tree is known as the “The Tree of Life” for reasons in which it is one of the ideal cases of Organicism. This tree helps sustain life by providing fruit that is enriched with vitamin C and can be hollowed out for a home and not die. These trees can hold up to 60 people within. It also provide protection because the outer shell of the tree fire resistant. The bark can also be used for ropes and clothing. This tree alone can provide most of the needs of a community, whether that is architecturally or nutritiously.
