Toren van Babel

Hosted by Babel

This project is now archived and was part of DDW23

This project is part of
A walk in the Symbiocene

De Toren van Babel

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Extreme weather conditions, such as intense rainfall and prolonged droughts, have negative effects on many animal species. In particular, insects are expected to be heavily impacted by the consequences of our current climate crisis. This is a concerning development, as insects are an essential part

A refuge for insects

Babel has developed a shelter that provides insects with a refuge during times of extreme weather conditions. The tower collects rainwater and redistributes it to the plants growing around the tower during periods of drought. These plants are crucial for creating a healthy environment for our little friends. The shelter takes the form of a 3D-printed clay tower. Babel utilizes ecological data in close collaboration with ecologists and other disciplines to understand and address the needs of diverse insects. This ensures that each Babel is unique and adapts to the environment and its (non-human) inhabitants.

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Babel

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Babel
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The installation tackles issues insects encounter in the face of shifting seasonal patterns. Providing food, water, and protection from extreme weather conditions, an insect refuge is created in 3D printed clay that doubles as a rainwater container.