Tiny, Portable EcoCapsule Lets You Live Anywhere in the World rent-free, utility-free as early as 2016
Ever dreamed of the off-grid life that literally could take you anywhere you ever imagined? No laborious dwellings to build or homesteads to establish. Well, ask and you shall receive.
Slovakian architecture firm, Nice Architects, has unveiled an egg-shaped capsule that is fully self-sustaining. This completely portable home can support approximately one year of living anywhere across the globe without getting re-charged by the company.
This is like Off Grid living meets RVing mixed with a handful of jet-setting.
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Ecocapsule is a low-energy house packed into a compact form. It merges an energy efficient shape, compact volume and off-grid capabilities with the luxuries of a warm bed, running water and a hot meal.
Even though small in size, each Ecocapsule comfortably houses two adults. Its efficient spatial layout allows you to enjoy convenience of household facilities in off-grid conditions. Built-in kitchenette with running water, flushing toilet and hot shower are luxuries of a hotel room that are now also available in wilderness.
Plenty of storage space also fits all your sport or research equipment.
Despite its small form each Ecocapsule is fitted with all essentials necessary for a comfortable prolonged stay without a need to recharge or re-supply.
Ecocapsule is powered by a built-in wind turbine complemented with an array of solar cells. Dual power system and a high-capacity battery ensures that you will have enough power during periods of reduced solar or wind activity.
Spherical shape is optimized for the collection of rainwater and dew and the built-in water filters allow you to utilize any water source.
The body of an Ecocapsule is covered with 2.6m2 of high-efficiency solar cells and a retractable pole holding a 750W wind turbine is further attached to the body. This creates an energy system that can support you for almost an entire year in many off-grid locations.
Ecocapsule fits into a standard shipping container and no special preparations and precautions are necessary to transport Ecocapsule worldwide. It can be shipped, airlifted, towed or even pulled by a pack animal.
In 2016 you will be able to live off the grid in one of these Ecocapsules
The Ecocapsule relies on wind and solar power, and collects rain water
Its interior can comfortably sleep two, and provide 8 sq meters of living space. A built-in kitchenette with running water, flushing toilet and hot shower are all included
Ecocapsules fit in a sea-container, can be towed on a trailer, or pulled by a pack animal
The walls are insulated to ensure maximum energy savings and maintain comfort
The units could be used as research stations, emergency housing, or a humanitarian-action unit
