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Salt marshes are natural ecosystems in the
Venice Lagoon, characterized by morphological features typical of these areas. They play several fundamental roles that promote overall biodiversity and, above all, preserve the entire ecosystem by acting as tide regulators.
Unfortunately, these coastal areas are progressively disappearing due to erosion. Fostering a sense of proximity could trigger a significant recovery of certain areas of the lagoon.
For this reason, this service is available to citizens to contribute tangibly to limiting erosion.
Pitàro is a unique sharing service designed to empower lagoon residents in cultivating salt marsh plants right at home. Through the use of a self-watering pot and a dedicated app, individuals can nurture these plants with ease. Once the plants have flourished, they are collected at various docks scattered across the lagoon, ready for transplantation into their natural habitat. This initiative plays a crucial role in environmental restoration efforts.
The pots, made using 3D printing technology with PLA, and the gathering structure, crafted from powdered mussel shell, facilitate scalable structures and provide an innovative approach to watering multiple plants simultaneously. Equipped with a self-leveling feature, the pots guarantee the perfect water ratio for optimal plant growth, further enhancing their effectiveness and sustainability.
The app
The application is designed to guide the user throughout the plant growth process. Once the plant has reached sufficient maturity, the user will have the option to reserve the day and location for the pot delivery. After delivery, the user can decide whether to request a refund for the pot cost or receive Pitàro credits to continue supporting the project. The seeds available for purchase are categorized based on experience level and difficulty .
2022
Circular, Sustainability, Design, Service
Research / Product & Service Design
University project
collaborator: Carlo Scardigno , Elena Dalle Stelle, Andrea Cecchin