by
Tay Kheng Soon
The Eco-Pod Cabin is a self contained, low-impact accommodation system for sensitive environments. It has the following options:
1 composting
toilet
2 separate grey water treatment through soak-away
3 tracking photo-voltaic array with inverters and battery storage
4 energy and water monitoring display
5 solar powered deep freeze
6 micro-wave cooker
7 waste compactor
8 easy hand powered clothes washing system
9 insect proof window system
10 solar powered water pump, filter and storage system
11 solar hot water heater
12 electric ceiling fan
Description of Accommodation
The cabin is designed as one compact unit which can be planted anywhere
using low-impact building technology. It consists of the following features:
1 long bath,
yacht-type toilet and wash basin with views
2 kitchenette with dining table and stools
3 double bed with kapok mattress and storage beneath in projecting nook
4 cupboard and drawers
5 open observation deck
6 natural cross ventilation throughout
