Balans
Course
Industrial design project C
Duration
3.5 weeks
Year
2022
Semester
5th
Brief - Propose an innovative product solution for a specific room or place that fulfills a user or target group’s needs.
The project enables urban residents to grow their own food at home, promoting sustainability and self-sufficiency. It brings daily routines, passion, organization, and a sense of satisfaction while increasing awareness of nature’s cycles. The overall goal is to improve the individual’s life while contributing to a more sustainable world.
The individual lives in an urban apartment. Their primary living space serves as a dual-purpose area, functioning as both an office and a living room. While limited in space, there are alternative surfaces available, like window sills, that can be utilized for indoor gardering purposes.
Spirulina - There are alternative options to traditional plants for quicker and easier food cultivation. One such option is algae, particularly spirulina, which offers a fast and effortless way to grow nutritious food. Spirulina is rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll. It serves as an good dietary supplement for vegans and vegetarians.
100 grams of spirulina contains 25.5 mg of iron
100 grams of spinach contains 3.6 mg of iron
Growing spirulina at home can be a fulfilling and meaningful activity, fostering a sense of community and psychological well-being. However, specific conditions need to be met for successful home cultivation, such as maintaining appropriate temperature and pH levels, providing necessary nutrients, light, and a water-stirring system.
During the exploration of the cultivation of spirulina and plant ecosystems I came across the connection between harmony and balance. In this process I came across the fascinating world of Japanese traditional design and architecture, which emphasizes the use of natural materials and incorporates gardens and water elements to create a peaceful and balanced atmosphere. I was particularly fascinated by buildings that skillfully incorporate gardens, achieving a harmonious blend of nature and structure.
Inspired by Japanese architecture, the design features interlocking stacked sticks, embodying honesty in construction and material choice. The outer structure frames the aquarium, similar to gardens in Japanese architecture. Stability is demonstrated through thicker lower components, while the upper part incorporates thinner elements. The wooden box houses a USB-C powered pump and heating plate, easily controlled with a button or by unplugging. The product is designed for easy cleaning, ending up in a user-friendly product.
