The fast pace in which world population is increasing and usable land is decreasing, we’ll have to soon explore new limits of habitation to survive in the future. Searching for an alternative living model, a New York based team of artists has come up with an innovative design of floating habitat that will shelter human beings even in some of the most adverse conditions. Named as ‘Waterpod,’ the floating house is a triple-domed island that will fulfill all its energy requirements from natural sources. Finished with recycled wood, metal, plastic, fabric and other materials, the Waterpod will support alternative energy and vertical agriculture irrigated by the purified water from the Hudson River. The structure will measure about 80 x 25 feet and will function as a single or separate unit.
Design Status:
The Waterpod is a concept floating house design that will be launched in May 2009.
Usability:
The Waterpod will not just be an architectural marvel but it’ll also offer a safe and sustainable living for the inhabitants. The floating house will employ a hybrid solar/ wind system, powering all the on-board equipments, for its energy requirements.
