A modular aquaponic system designed for company canteens

Abstract

Aquaponics is the combination of two existing techniques, hydroponics (soilless farming), and aquaculture(aquatic animals growing). This symbiosis process of recycling wastes and recirculating water creates potentials for aquaponics in future vegetable and aquaculture produce. The vision of Riverfood (client company) is to make aquaponics accepted as a food production method for urban dwellers. This project analyzed the current aquaponics status and seek an opportunity for Riverfood to execute that aligns with its vision. A business-to-business strategy was proposing involving two external parties, revolving the construction and the service of a modular aquaponics system in company canteens. Insights from the user analysis and technical demands were synthesized into the design vision of an inviting functional and educational system. The concept of combing a curved aquarium with vertical farming was chosen for detailing. The results of this project include the system design and the accompanied services, complimenting the demands for collaborations with companies. Considering the relative cost price for a functional system, the modular design was decided to be prototyped as a quarter-size model.