Algae have historically evolved from a nutrient source to a sustainable technology powerhouse. Initially valued for nutritional benefits, their role expanded in the 1970s oil crises for biofuel production due to high lipid content. As environmental concerns rose, algae became crucial in carbon sequestration and pollution control, absorbing CO2 and treating wastewater. Recently, through the use of photobioreactors, algae have been integrated into sustainable architecture, producing renewable energy and enhancing air quality.
Our approach builds on this legacy by offering a flexible, modular system that can be easily adapted to various architectural styles. Our designs incorporate biomimicry as well as traditional making practices such as weaving. Our system is interconnected via an innovative Internet of Algae (IoA) network. AI algorithms with IoT-enabled sensing system and data analytics optimize maintenance, making scalability more cost-effective. Our monitoring systems will double as a way to allow cultivation systems to collect data and learn from one another.
We believe living systems can be seamlessly integrated into architecture providing a wondrous harmony of nature with human cultures.
Prototype of Victoria Amazonica.
Air Filtration. Biomass Production. Water Recycling.
Urban Nature Integration. Tradition Meets Technology.
Stimulating Indigenous Knowledges: Handweaving with Bioreactor Tubes