Farmstation
An Indoor hydroponic farm designed
for the HORRECA industry
Industry: Agri-Tech / Smart Appliances
Year: 2022
Design Brief
Farmstation is a smart appliance that enables users to grow fresh produce at home using hydroponic technology, making urban farming more accessible.
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Research
With rising urbanization, access to pesticide-free, fresh produce is becoming limited. Hydroponics offers a sustainable, space-efficient solution.
Ideation
Various volumetrics were explored to fit everything in the desired dimensions. Developed a modular hydroponic system incorporating automation, app connectivity, and multi-chamber growing environments.
Solution
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Automated irrigation & nutrient delivery for hassle-free farming
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Compact, modular design to fit urban spaces
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Dedicated chambers for leafy greens, microgreens, and creepers
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IoT-enabled automation for real-time monitoring
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Sustainable, soil-free cultivation reducing resource consumption
Germination Chamber
Grow Chamber
Creeper Chamber
Prototyping
The prototyping phase involved multiple iterations to ensure automation, scalability, and ease of use:
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Automation Testing: Integrated IoT-based monitoring for real-time tracking of water levels, nutrient distribution, and plant growth cycles.
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Material Selection: Evaluated food-safe plastics and sustainable materials for long-term durability and efficiency.
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Functionality Tests: Validated germination, growth, and harvesting efficiency using different plant species.
The final prototype demonstrated 30% increased yield efficiency, user-friendly automation, and a compact form factor suitable for urban homes.
