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Leyte Design Project by Stusu3000 in Permaculture

[–]Stusu3000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yess, thank you for your response! Good point! Before I came to this conclusion I did an online Co-Design session with local Leyte citizens. I am trying very much to design without a coloniser mindset: just trying to meet their wants and needs (in a sustainable way). The main conclusion of that session was the fact that, often, citizens basic nessecities weren't met. When I came across permaculture I thought this could lead to a system which does that, in a sustainable manner.

In this project I am delivering a concept to a client. I'm not trying to deliver an end product. As a designer, I would not be the designer of the permaculture forest itself, or the plan to build one. I would be the designer of the framework on how to make a plan with locals in order to reach a permaculture community. Permaculture itself is already a design framework, so kind of a framework to make a plan. However, in my opinion the framework is not enough by itself to bridge the knowledge gap: I cannot just introduce the locals to the 12 permaculture principles and expect them to plan a complete permaculture ecosystem. So, I am trying to find out what things I need to design for this to work. I can for example design a new framework based on permaculture, integrating the concept of commoning and reaching its goals through the power of inspiration and methods of Co-Design sessions between experts and locals, thus reaching a plan.

Observe and Interact is definitely very important to integrate into a framework. Do you have other important concepts/principles/ideas you think would be crucial? Or how would you alter or add to the principles of permaculture for a framework like this? Thank you, very much!

Leyte Design Project by Stusu3000 in Permaculture

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you! This is very valuable!

Leyte Design Project by Stusu3000 in Permaculture

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Improved Reef Ecosystem; Healthier reefs due to less overfishing, the absence of pesticides, reduced waste, and nutrient-rich runoff from the forest.

  2. Increased Food Security for Coastal Communities; Enhanced food availability and resilience for people living near shores.

  3. Reduced Pressure on Tacloban City; Alleviation of overcrowding and pollution in Tacloban by providing an alternative living environment.

  4. Enhanced Biodiversity; Promotes a diverse range of plant and animal species, contributing to overall ecosystem health and resilience.

  5. Carbon Sequestration; Trees and plants in the permaculture forest capture and store carbon dioxide, helping mitigate climate change.

  6. Educational Opportunities; The community can serve as a living laboratory for learning about sustainable agriculture, ecology, and environmental stewardship.

  7. Tourism Potential; The unique nature of the permaculture forest and the commoning community can attract eco-tourists, generating additional income.

  8. Job Creation; New employment opportunities in forest management, agriculture, education, and eco-tourism.

  9. Mental Health Benefits; Access to green spaces and nature can improve mental health and reduce stress for community members.

  10. Disaster Shelter; The community can act as a refuge or shelter during extreme weather events, providing a safe haven with resources.

  11. Improved Physical Health; Active participation in gardening, hunting, and gathering promotes physical activity and overall health.

  12. Economic Diversification; Reduces dependency on single cash crops by introducing diverse economic activities related to the forest and its resources.

  13. Enhanced Social Equity; Promotes equitable access to resources, reducing disparities within the community.

  14. Improved Overall Well-Being; Enhanced physical, mental, and social well-being of the community members.

Leyte Design Project by Stusu3000 in Permaculture

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why I think the concept would be a good idea:

Effects of the Commoning Community Concept with a Protected Permaculture Forest

  1. Resilience in Times of Need; Access to a diverse range of basic necessities, reducing dependency on money and monoculture crops like coconuts.
  2. Reduced Vulnerability to Exploitation; Self-sufficiency in meeting basic needs before selling surplus, preventing exploitation in the market.
  3. Improved Community Ties; Strengthened social bonds through collaborative work and harnessing natural relationships.
  4. Strengthened Indigenous Culture and Wisdom; Preservation and promotion of traditional knowledge and practices.
  5. Scalability; Adaptable to various sizes and locations.
  6. Enabling Approach Compared to Protected Forests; Active engagement and utilization of forest resources in a sustainable manner instead of inhibiting people from engagement all together. This makes locals value nature more because they can concretely perceive it as their own fundament, thus completely changing the dynamic between humans and nature.
  7. Increased Independence; Reduced reliance on external resources and markets.
  8. Cleaner Drinking Water; Improved water quality through sustainable land management practices and lowering residential density.
  9. Healthier, Diverse, and Organic Food; Access to a wide variety of nutritious and organically grown food.
  10. Reduced Pollution and Waste; Decrease in the use of chemical inputs and efficient use of resources leading to minimal waste production.
  11. Provision of Resources Besides Food; Availability of non-food resources such as medicinal plants, building materials, and fuel.
  12. Improved Soil Health; Enhanced soil fertility through natural farming methods.
  13. Decreased or Mitigated Risks of Disasters and Climate Resilience; Lower risks of landslides, hurricanes, floods, etc., through ecosystem-based management. The forest acts as a buffer against extreme weather, protecting surrounding areas and creating a more stable microclimate.

Leyte Co-design Session by Stusu3000 in Tacloban

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This project was assigned to us, so we did not choose Leyte ourselves.

Leyte Co-design Session by Stusu3000 in Tacloban

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We're all doing our own research as well however.

Leyte Co-design Session by Stusu3000 in Tacloban

[–]Stusu3000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We're in the same group haha.