Bio Mosaic is a community-driven modular set, designed to transform unused kerbside spaces into flourishing pocket forests. Its easy assembly and intuitive design aim to encourage broader resident participation in both construction and maintenance, shifting from traditional labor-intensive methods to a more inclusive, low-labor experience.
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Brief
The misaligned nails were damaged during the reassembly attempt.
Constructing fence in biodiversity garden require constant hammering.
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The majority of local volunteers for climate and biodiversity in Lambeth are retired elderly people. Although most of the volunteers are strong outdoor enthusiasts, heavy physical tasks such as digging tree holes and driving wooden stakes undoubtedly set a higher barrier for many elderly people who wish to contribute to biodiversity.
Labor intensive
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Design goal
Intuitive to build
low labor
Adaptable
Community bonding
The construction method of kerbside habitats should be intuitive, easy to understand, and adjustable. This ensures that both biodiversity professionals and occasional neighborhood resident volunteers can participate in the building and maintenance process.
During the construction of kerbside habitats, discussion and collaboration should be encouraged. This includes designing construction methods that can be operated individually as well as collaboratively. Furthermore, the inclusiveness of these methods will encourage more residents to participate in the construction and maintenance processes. Regular and frequent gatherings will tightly knit the volunteers together, forming a closer community and facilitating discussions on biodiversity issues through conversation.
The structure of kerbside habitats should be adaptable based on the geographical location and suitable plants for the habitat, accommodating varying conditions like sunlight, soil moisture, and the needs of surrounding insect populations. Such adaptable design ensures that this construction method can be applied to many more sections of Lambeth, creating a broader biodiversity network within an urban setting.
The construction and maintenance process of kerbside habitats should be effortless, with tasks tailored for sustained labor, particularly as most volunteers are seniors over the age of sixty. Such design ensures inclusivity and encourages more people to participate in the building and upkeep of the habitats.