Self Sufficient and Sustainable
This project was completed in collaboration with William Finlay
The aim was to design an eco-unit that can be used in multiple different environments, with the potential to set up small eco-villages. These eco-structures would serve as an environmentally friendly and self-sufficient escape. The dome frame is designed to be made out of a bioceramic, each panel individually replaceable, offering modularity that allows the user to construct the dome to suit their needs and environment. For example, solar panels can be placed in accordance with the direction of direct sunlight or alternatively can be configured in using solely ecocrylic panels for an immersive natural experience.
Design and Research Iterations
The Eco Dome
Research revolved around the exploration of various geodesic designs. We explored multiple areas from ground based permanent designs to more temporary ‘treehouse’ like structures, It was our intention from the beginning that our design would incorporate a certain degree of biomimicry, considering this we looked at precise structures throughout nature and observed that the hexagon, a commonly recurring shape, was a viable and suitable frame that we could incorporate into our own design. Hence, settling on the hexagonal geodesic dome design seen here.
Adaptability
The Eco Dome’s principal quality is its interchangeable hexagonal tiles. The modularity of this tile locking system allows users to set up domes for different scenarios such as greenhouse, accommodation, social spaces and bathrooms. Tiles can be adjusted and moved according sunlight, weather conditions and suitability, allowing our Eco Dome to adapt and modify to suit multiple environments and locations.
Escape
With the potential to set up small eco-villages, these eco-structures would serve as an environmentally friendly and self-sufficient escape. The interchangeable panels also allow for attachable doors and tunnels that can connect multiple domes to each other.
Self Sufficient and Comfortable
For the self sufficient fundamentals of the eco dome, we have explored these relevant areas; water collection and storage solutions, sustainable materials for structure and tiles, waste reduction and recycling, Plant growth in the form of various sustainable methods and finally solar energy production and battery solutions. These include;
Solar Power Tiles
Water-activated ceramic cement Frame
Ecocrylic Tiles
Channeled frame for rainwater collection
Solar Battery System
My Work
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Light
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Glasses
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Eco Dome
These eco-structures serve as an environmentally friendly and self-sufficient escape. The dome frame is designed to be made out of a bioceramic, each panel individually replaceable, offering modularity that allows the user to construct the dome to suit their needs and environment.
