Today, urban and peri-urban residents account for more than 70% of the 2.2 billion people in the world who are moderately and severely food insecure. By 2050, 70% of the world's population is expected to live in cities.
Can we meet the challenges of urbanisation and food insecurity in the future? This project aims to design a food growing system that can be used indoors to provide more fresh food to urban residents.
Lumi Flora
As extreme weather intensifies, environmental pollution worsens, and food insecurity rises, people in 2050 will spend more time indoors. Lumi Flora aims to nourish future urban dwellers while reconnecting them with nature. This lightweight, modular hydroponic system, crafted from recycled plastic, delivers moisture and nutrients directly to plant roots. With four dual-sided, adjustable LED light assemblies, it provides custom colour temperatures, supporting continuous plant growth and enhancing indoor ambience around the clock.
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In-context
Lumi Flora is not only a hydroponic system, but also a floor lamp that incorporates natural elements.
In the spirit of reconciliation Monash University acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
