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Lumínico: Bioluminescent Habitat to enhance the Biodiversity

The primary goal during the development of Luminico was to understand bioluminescence, focusing on designing low-intensity lights derived from bioluminescent fungi. Through discussions with mentors, broader possibilities emerged, exploring how bioluminescence and humans could coexist in urban and domestic environments. That presented a challenge and an opportunity to develop an artistic installation. This installation would allow humans to experience the bioluminescence of fungi within a living ecosystem, illustrating how pollution diminishes their glow. Additionally, during the research process, the potential for spatial coexistence was explored, that is, how we can design solutions to mitigate the environmental impact of light pollution, in which humans play a central role in maintaining the life and bioluminescence of the fungi.

Consequently, the idea arose to transform this artistic installation into a home terrarium. The proposed terrarium, designed for a one-year lifespan in a controlled environment, requires specific lighting and water to maintain the bioluminescence of the fungi. It fosters a direct connection between humans and living organisms, connected by bioluminescence and its repercussions in the immediate context. This approach suggests a future where low-intensity lights could be replaced by bioluminescent fungi that can be cultivated at home.