Sand Shapestry
I explore design at the intersection of ecology, innovation and form, envisioning a future of possibilities through material and conceptual experimentation.
Tina Eklund
VESSEL FOR SPATIAL MATTER
Meteorites have brought water and amino acids to Earth, shaping life as we know it. In this project, a meteorite rests in the lid of a vessel, much like it once did in a crater—held gently by a magnet, easy to lift, observe, and return. The vessel does not claim it, but simply offers a resting place along its ongoing journey through the universe.
ANTHROPONICS ON MARS
Colonising Mars inspires closed-loop systems where resources are carefully cycled. Inside a Martian dome, bioplastic sheets made from agricultural by-products are folded into hydroponic plant pockets and mounted on the dome walls. Through a circulating water system, these pockets purify the air, regulate humidity, and use nutrients from human waste to grow food.
THE SEED ARCHIVE
A Relic of Earth's Disrupted Ecosystems
This vessel recalls Earth’s lost ecologies, where the avocado once relied on the giant sloth as its sole disperser of seeds—until early human hunters drove the gentle creature to extinction. Yet, tempted by the rich fruit, they unknowingly assumed its role, forging new ecological links—a reminder of how human actions reshape nature’s balance.
MOSS ON MARS
The Parabolic Photon Vessel
Set 100 years in the future, this project explores how moss, as a pioneer plant, could help establish life-supporting conditions on Mars. A 3D-printed vessel made from Martian regolith forms the base for studying biological photovoltaics—solar energy generated through photosynthesis—alongside oxygen production and early soil formation. These are key processes for building future ecosystems. Through this, the project asks what it might truly take to make another planet habitable.
ICE-O-POD
The Martian Moss Biosphere
This biosphere is a speculative project set 50 years in the future on Mars. Designed for rocky terrain, it shelters pioneering Earth moss in a sealed, self-sustaining habitat. By enabling close study in extreme conditions, it explores how life might first take hold on a distant, barren world.
FRAGMENTS OF IMPACT
Tin bowls crafted through sand casting, inspired by the rugged textures and shapes of meteorites. Each piece captures the raw imprint of its sand mould, evoking the ancient collisions that shaped our planet. These bowls combine artisanal tradition with cosmic storytelling, inviting connection through everyday use.
KETTLE POD
This kettle transforms the act of boiling water into a ritual meant to last generations. Its integrated table stand protects surfaces, while a central water pillar—visible to the user—invites measuring just the amount needed, preserving energy. A ball-jointed lid stays connected, encouraging care and ease of use over time.
THE DRIFTING DRAWER
Inspired by the nomadic lifestyle, this piece of furniture redefines home as something you carry with you throughout life. Small and lightweight yet sturdy, it’s made from 3D-printed bamboo polymer with bamboo veneer drawers, allowing it to be moved freely and adapt to your needs—whether standing alone or placed atop other furniture.
