Channels such as (www.youtube.com/) LivingBigInTinyHouse, EcoTinyHouse, TinyHouseLover, ExploringAlternatives, TinyHouseListings, TinyHomeTours, OffGrid, TheNomadicMovement etc, or even examples from Romania – Căsuța plimbareață, TeleU (University of Construction in Timișoara, within UPT) are such sources with examples. On this wave of sympathy and against the background of a few local examples, the opportunity arises to promote

Ecomodului through video materials, with equipment purchased with the help of non-refundable financing, including monitoring the growth and evolution of the green natural components of the ecosystem envelope (local vegetation, mosses and lichens, flowering plants, medicinal plants, greenery and vegetables grown experimentally as an example of an interface that can produce food), including the presence of bees, butterflies, other insects and even birds in the area – local biodiversity.

At the same time, it is also an opportunity to promote FOTO VERDE PLUS services, along with the presentation of European funding, but also of the ecological solutions used and other possible recommended options, information about the need for sustainable and ecosystemic development, etc.

The construction elements will have been borne from the beneficiary\’s own budget. The variant with location on a sloped site, in addition to broadening the applicability of the ecomodule to non-flat areas (hill/mountain), has the potential to be more visually attractive (regardless of the envelope composition) because it has the advantage of visibility from multiple elevations, angles and perspectives (both below and above it, depending on where it is located within the slope.

1. It is an extremely portable variant. It is purchased as a KIT and assembled on site, either by the supplier, upon request and for a fee, or by the DIY – Do It Yourself customer, like IKEA furniture. A single package/parcel is delivered, as in the example below Favernay (Emag), possibly brought with a 3.5-ton van. They are removable and easy to place elsewhere.

Two arguments in favor of purchasing such modules are the fact that they are made of natural wood and that they are light, so they can be placed on a simple concrete or even ballasted platform or on a wooden frame supported on burned or bituminized wooden piles, or on stone slabs/simple paving. 3. They are insufficiently insulated for the cold months (October-April).

Most commercial solutions are made of a single layer of 30-40mm thick slatted wood mounted with tongue and groove and a structure on wooden frames of approximately 40x80mm or 50x100mm. More complex variants are sandwich-type solutions, as in the image below, with insulation in the middle, but which significantly reduce the space (while maintaining the original dimensions) without making the modules completely usable even in winter. A possible envelope, in addition to the facades of the vegetation layers and experimental layers, will further complicate the structural system, which is not designed for this purpose, which is why the variant designed from 0 is more appropriate.

Another variant considered for the implementation of the Ecomodule was the use of a container-type skeleton, complete with walls, either maritime (metal corrugated sheet metal closures) or construction site (sandwich panel closures with extruded polystyrene core).

The use of containers was mentioned in subchapter III.5.5 as a model for waste recovery,
circularity and upcycle, among the advantages of selection as a basis for the current project being
mobility (theoretical), structural stability, tightness and impermeability, the possibility of being
quickly arranged both indoors and outdoors. However, for the chosen site, in the pre-mountain area,
access is very difficult for a platform so that the mobility/transportability criterion in
this case is even problematic. Also, even if the system allows for additional ecosystemic cladding with wood vegetation and solar panels, as in the models below, the use of polystyrene-based sandwich insulation, metal walls for which large volumes of thermal insulation are required (or expensive in the case of super compact insulating panels), to which is added the cost of long-distance transport, not being a local product – especially for maritime containers – there are enough question marks not to choose this option.

Rendered perspectives for the wooden Ecomodul with a sloping roof,
design Adrian Ibric and Florin Cristache. On the southern facade are mounted racks with 5l PET planter basins
for medicinal plant crops, flowers, small edible plant crops.

Rendered perspectives for the wooden Ecomodul with a sloping roof,
design Adrian Ibric and Florin Cristache. On the southern facade are mounted racks with 5l PET planter basins
for medicinal plant crops, flowers, small edible plant crops.

Rendered perspectives for the wooden Ecomodul with a sloping roof,
design Adrian Ibric and Florin Cristache. Vegetation transformation over time – expansion of climbing plants and autumn image
for plants mounted on the southern rack.

North Façade, rendering study for the wooden Ecomodule with a sloping roof,
design Adrian Ibric and Florin Cristache. We proposed hanging on the eaves of houses and spaces arranged
for birds in the area, to study the behavior over time and the possibility that the ecomodule envelope would be
support for the habitat and for the local fauna, and monitoring would be online via a CCTV system,
a YouTube channel and a thematic website.

lower cost (the shed roof is cheaper than the gable roof),
– increasing the surface area oriented towards the sun, which gives the option of a larger available surface for photovoltaics, in the event that there is a need or opportunity for
more energy production (prosumer Ecomodul) and
– increasing the surface area for crops and planters, oriented towards the south this time
Given that the north facade has increased considerably compared to the previous variant, we
proposed its use as a test support for several types of finishes, suitable for orientation
with less intense and indirect light, respectively exposed to the weather – in the following pages.

The proposals for the interior are natural wood flooring (planks) and the use of veneer for wall and ceiling closures, with recovered elements such as matte and translucent plastic covers (from paper rolls), cardboard tubes (also from plotter rolls) as interior wall and ceiling finishes with LED backlighting, wire lighting fixtures, waste recovered from filing processes, the use of TUBATECT office frames and shelving.

It is proposed to install a module with ecological elements for a workspace for employees of FOTO VERDE PLUS at the address of the registered office with activity (str. Căprioarelor no. 23, Breaza, Cartier Nistorești-Frăsinet, Prahova county) for photo and video activities (photographed, filmed, edited and edited on a computer, live streaming and vlogging sessions) called the ECOMODUL STUDIO FOTOVIDEO-VLOG.

• The ecological elements of the module refer AT LEAST to its envelope (exterior walls and/or roof) and/or to the internal structure of the walls – type of insulation and materials used, for sustainable development considerations.

• These ecological elements will have an ecosystemic character – architectural/envelope interfaces with a multiple role of closure or isolation but which at the same time have a role similar to the way in which nature provides ecosystem services and a biophilic character or a biological system of resource circularity, in support of biodiversity and for oxygenation, purification, filtration of water, air and soil, etc., to highlight the potential of the envelope of an office space to compensate for the natural surface occupied by the footprint, by the fact that:

◦ they contain areas of spontaneous vegetation, endemic to the area, which ensure an increased level of oxygenation and uptake of harmful gases and particles from the atmosphere;

◦ medicinal plants are grown for own consumption, in pots attached to or integrated into the envelope; ◦ flowering plants are grown to help increase the population of pollinating insects;
◦ vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, zucchini, greens, etc. are experimentally cultivated for own consumption to exemplify and capitalize on the vertical part of the module and for this purpose;
◦ nests and modular units such as houses for birds in the area, etc.
◦ they contain areas of typical forest vegetation that purify pollutants and soil, such as moss, lichens, mushrooms specific to the site;

• To ensure autonomy and self-sufficiency in terms of energy consumption, as well as to support the transition to a low-emission economy, the module will operate accompanied by 2 photovoltaic panels and the related installations required for them, mounted either in/on the module or next to it, depending on the chosen solution and the possibilities of the space for placement.
• The mobile nature of the ecomodule refers to the possibility of moving it to another
  location by road means (platform) – which limits the unit to a maximum width of
  250cm – or to the possibility of dismantling and reassembling or modularizing the elements
  used.
• The modular and mobile nature must allow for the duplication of the example in the future, and for
  this purpose a partial evaluation after implementation and an annual intermediate functioning evaluation will be made.
• At least one segment of the envelope will contain elements recycled from non-hazardous waste as an experiment-test-example of their recovery into components of architectural envelopes.
• At least one segment of the enclosure must contain local closing materials such as ash wood or other types of wood, twigs, Prahova limestone, other types of stone, clay etc.
• The project can be completed during the implementation so that the adopted solutions have the most significant positive effect on the environment.
• The evolution of the natural components of the enclosure will be monitored by video through a system of surveillance cameras (at least 4) and will be measured and evaluated, including ecosystemically,
  respectively highlighted and promoted, along with other results, with photo-video materials published
  on the research project website purchased for the project, www.fotoverde.org.
• The following pages present possible examples of enclosure components with an ecosystem role.

Built on a wooden structure (beams and posts of 100x100mm at 0.8m intervals), Ecomodul uses mineral wool insulation (100mm walls, 200mm roof) for excellent thermal performance. The design prioritizes renewable materials, natural ventilation, and integration with surrounding ecosystems. It serves as a mobile or semi-permanent unit for creative professionals seeking immersion in nature without compromising comfort or sustainability.

Ibric’s vision for Ecomodul goes beyond basic modularity. It incorporates principles of ecosystemic architecture—treating the building as part of a living system that supports biodiversity and minimizes resource use. Features may include rainwater harvesting, green roofs or walls, passive solar design, and off-grid capabilities through renewable energy integration. The prototype was developed and completed as part of Ibric’s research at the Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning, emphasizing circularity and innovation in the built environment.

Key advantages include rapid assembly/disassembly, low embodied carbon, and adaptability to various sites (forest clearings, urban edges, or educational settings). Its compact footprint reduces land disturbance, while high insulation and natural materials ensure energy efficiency and healthy indoor air quality. For users, it offers a serene, creative sanctuary that fosters wellbeing and productivity.

Ecomodul aligns with broader European and global goals for sustainable construction, circular economy, and nature-positive development. It demonstrates how modular systems can address housing, remote work, or educational needs with minimal environmental disruption. Potential applications extend to disaster relief, eco-tourism glamping, field research stations, or expandable family annexes.

As a researcher and practitioner, Adrian Ibric focuses on bridging theory and practice. Ecomodul serves as a living laboratory for testing innovative materials, passive strategies, and user-centered ecosystemic design. Future iterations could incorporate advanced biocomposites, smart sensors for environmental monitoring, or even mycelium-based elements for enhanced sustainability.

Challenges in scaling such prototypes include regulatory approvals, cost optimization for broader accessibility, and supply chain localization. However, growing interest in prefab, green, and nature-integrated architecture positions Ecomodul as a compelling model.

Ecomodul by Adrian Ibric showcases Romanian innovation in sustainable design. It proves that small, thoughtful modules can deliver big impacts—reducing ecological footprints while enhancing human connection to nature. For architects, creatives, and sustainability advocates, it offers inspiration and a practical blueprint for harmonious, regenerative living and working spaces.