Restoring Nature, Nurturing Community, Fostering Sustainability

Ana Damken, Arlene Salomon, Avadhi Sharma, Chelsie Zhou

As a member of the Climate Crew Team, I undertook a multifaceted role, including transportation analysis, FF&E selections, site plan drafting, concept sketching, water system diagrams, digital modeling, and renderings.

Our mission of the Eco Block is to rejuvenate the existing site, forest healthy soil, cultivate food crops, and reintroduce biodiversity through permaculture and reforestation efforts. We prioritize regional trees, shrubs, vines, and grasses to support Tampa’s native ecosystems. The project’s goal extends to establish a self-sufficient community and create a sustainable living model that positively impacts water, energy, and waste. In this eco-centric habitat, we designed the farmer’s market, café, restaurants, classrooms, offices, and residential Units.