Nature-inclusive sound barrier
Concept
The nature-inclusive sound barrier is a modular system in which acoustics, ecology, and water management come together.
The design consists of bio-based hemp-lime elements with a parametric geometry that enables sound diffusion. The dry-stackable modules capture rainwater, stimulate spontaneous plant growth, and create space for microhabitats.
The project demonstrates how infrastructure can be designed to be multifunctional, climate-adaptive, and biodiversity-enhancing.
Modular
The design consists of modular hemp-lime elements that, through their rotatable and irregular shape, create a rich and varied surface. This stimulates spontaneous vegetation growth while simultaneously improving sound diffusion.
Water colleciton
The supporting structure of the wall consists of tubes that simultaneously channel collected rainwater towards a ditch, where it can gradually infiltrate into the soil. In this way, the system creates space for water buffering.
Een modulair systeem voor akoestiek, ecologie en wateropvang
Context & status
Developed as a proposal for the Starthubs Challenge, in collaboration with Vadim Steveniers. Currently seeking partners to further test and develop the concept.
