“There will be more plastic waste in the ocean than fish by 2050, unless the industry cleans up its act.”
—— Ellen MacArthur Foundation
Upon hearing this news, I was struck by the harsh reality of ocean pollution due to plastic waste. We acknowledge its presence but choose to ignore. What will the world look like if things continue as they are?
Inspired by this question, I decided to create a future scene of the earth and an aquarium that showcases an futural ocean polluted entirely by plastic waste in metaverse.
THE EARTH IN NEXT 500 YEARS
99% of the Earth’s surface is submerged by the ocean. All land has vanished almostly, leaving only one island behind.
Due to the non-biodegradable nature of plastic waste, accumulated debris has gradually settled and covered the entire ocean floor.
THE TUBE AQUARIUM
The tube extends from the sea surface to the Sed bed, with each level showcasing marine life at different depths. As visitors progress to the final level, they will witness the seabed covered in plastic waste.
Due to the non-biodegradable nature of plastic waste, accumulated debris has gradually settled and covered the entire ocean floor.
SPACE DESIGN & DIAGRAMS
Tube 2524 : A test tube with the future
Tube 2524 is the name of the aquarium. Within this structure, visitors can look at the future of earth. The inspiration for “Tube” is drawn from test tubes.
Dual Domes on the Land Surface
The island has two domes, one stainless steel and one glass, corresponding to the elevator and aquarium respectively.
Droplet-Shaped Interior
The interior structure is inspired by water drops. The aquarium stands in the center of the room, allowing visitors to view the marine life in 360 degrees.
CHARATER DESIGN
Having experienced five hundred years of environmental and ecological shifts, I believe the forms of marine life will undergo some changes as well.
SCENE SHOWCASE
GUIDE & GRAPHIC DESIGN
WEB & APP DESIGN
Open the Web page to dive into the metaspace
Scan the QR code on the screen by your phone
