A possible post-climate change era scenario is being investigated by the W-LAB, which is gathering existing technologies and current bioconstruction solutions in order to shape a futuristic low-environmental impact habitat for a desert climate with low environmental impact. The project focuses on protecting the perimeter with a radial distribution of living units and drought-resistant plants, resulting in a barrier that provides shelter and comfort for those who live within it. The aerodynamic shape of the cabins reduces wind friction and improves stability, while also reducing noise, vibrations, and erosion of the surrounding environment.
Because of the current trend in CO2 emissions and rising temperatures, future architectural proposals will need to be able to withstand extreme climates and act as resource producers rather than passive consumers. The biocabins by W-LAB are designed to be adaptable to the needs of their users, allowing them to work from home, exercise, and grow food. The users are able to stay up to date with technological advancements at the same time, as in this scenario, all internet broadband connections can be provided via satellite, and goods can be delivered to any location using drones.
In terms of solar control, shaded structures and tensile fabrics, in conjunction with vegetation, improve thermal comfort and shade the surrounding spaces, thereby mitigating the heat island effect in the vicinity of the artificial oasis in the middle of the building. Because of the evaporative cooling process ,Are the post-climate dwelling for the future these fireproof, hurricaneproof geodesic domes?, this could be used to passively climate the outdoor spaces in the future. The architects also proposed two methods of obtaining water for human consumption, as well as outdoor evaporative cooling features, in addition to solar-powered controls. One method is through the use of fog catchers, which capture coastal humidity and fogs, and the other system is through the use of modular water desalination plants. The water recycling system is focused on reusing the majority of the water so that it can be used for plant growth later on.
Solar radiation and wind provide the majority of the energy required for the production of electricity in the new desert climate, which is both abundant and consistent in its production. All of the cabins are completely self-sufficient, obviating the need for centralized power grids and their associated maintenance. In addition, organic construction materials can be grown in desert environments, if conditions are right. Wood and fibers from plants such as agave are used to construct structures, clad walls, lay floors, insulate, make ropes and textiles, and for a variety of purposes.
Furthermore, because it is 100% recyclable and requires less energy to manufacture than steel, aluminum could be used as a substitute for metal elements in the construction of the building structure. The interior contains spaces for small indoor greenhouses and planters, which can be used to supplement the subsistence of the settlement's inhabitants in some circumstances. Screw piles serve as removable supports that can be reused after the cabin's life cycle is completed, thereby further reducing the cabin's impact on the environment and reducing its environmental impact.