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Monash Art, Design and Architecture Graduate Exhibition 2023

I am JD. My project is focused on Mars terraforming, where I break down the intricate process of transforming Mars into a habitable planet. I explain how it is going to change Martian environment, including altering its thin atmosphere, creating a stable climate, and addressing radiation challenges.

A view from the outside

In the future, Elon Musk plans to terraform Mars and send 200 people, including scientists, doctors, and researchers, to the red planet. The terraforming project is consist of two main areas inspired by the ant colony structure. The first area is dome shape greenhouse is designed to seal in the air, warm it, and incorporate special trees to make the air breathable, enabling humans to survive Mars’s radiation and atmosphere. Additionally, there will be an underground space that will protect humans from the harsh Martian environment.

Overall view

The structures are special greenhouses that resemble domes. They are designed to seal in and warm the air. These greenhouses also feature specialized trees to generate a breathable atmosphere, providing the necessary conditions for human survival, including protection from Mars's radiation.

Close up view

Orthographic drawing

The terraforming project is consist of two main areas inspired by the ant colony structure. The first area is dome shape greenhouse is designed to seal in the air, warm it, and incorporate special trees to make the air breathable, enabling humans to survive Mars’s radiation and atmosphere. Additionally, there will be an underground space that will protect humans from the harsh Martian environment.

A diagram to show different level

This diagram illustrates the different levels, encompassing living quarters, water storage facilities, and a research laboratory. These components are vital for creating a habitable environment on Mars

Interior

Within the underground area, there is a research room where scientists conduct their work.

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