Andromeda Modules

Mars Living Concept

This design showcases a living module that can sustain two individuals in the extreme conditions of Mars while providing them with a comfortable living environment.

This project is set to exhibit this summer, 2023 in Korea for Ringling College of Art and Design.

This project was a collaborative effort of myself, Jean Bachura and Amanda Harris. As a team, we established the overall color pallet and spatial flow. I took part by designing, modeling, and lighting the module exterior, as well as the Hub’ and Workshop/Med bay interior spaces. Additionally, I produced the CAD package that includes exterior elevations and dimensions

Model Designed and Rendered in SketchUp and Enscape. Elevation package produced in AutoCAD.

The modules will be inflated prior to delivery and will be delivered to the ground via parachute. Fully autonomous robots will be delivered along with the modules, they are responsible for preparing the site and modules as well as constructing its outer barrier for radiation protection. The body of the spacecraft will be constructed from aluminum and titanium alloys. Larger internal structures will also be constructed of aluminum.

The modules have several doors and can be connected/ arranged in any way that's seen fit. Each door is completed with a hand crank. All lighting is LED Power saving with motion activated sensors.

The protective shell surrounding the modules will be a 3D printed material that is fused with Martian soil - regolith. The roof and upper level of the main structure will protrude slightly out of the 3D printed material, to serve as an observation tower. This roof will be reinforced with the 3D printed material and it will be complete with solar panels.

Hub - Central Living Space

The Hub includes the kitchen, dining space, storage, entertainment space, and a ladder entry to the second level.

A notable feature in my design is the custom flooring. In our initial ideation phase of the project, I researched myself and my teammates zodiac constellations to create a interesting and unique floor pattern that was a subtle nod to our incredible team!