ecojar

Inspired by the natural self-sustaining processes in ecology and the ongoing project Biosphere 2 in Oracle, Arizona, I began to develop my own fully self-contained artificial ecosystem. It didn't take long before friends and families began purchasing these terrariums for themselves and as gifts. In late 2008, this passion led us to the founding of ecojar lab. 

Our studio philosophy is to create innovative, fully self-contained terrariums by deepening our understanding of botany and plant ecology in miniature. We strive to bring a touch of green into urban spaces while fostering a greater appreciation for the intricacies of plant life. Over time, ecojar has evolved into not only a symbol of sustainable home decor but also a source of artistic inspiration.

In 2012, we explored the potential of ecojar as an educational tool. We had received several requests from school teachers who expressed their interests in utilizing ecojar to teach basic concepts in ecology and plant biology. Conventional diagrams and figures often fall short in illustrating the complexities of organism interactions and the long-term impacts of minor changes within ecosystems. Ecojar, with its dynamic and observable processes, has proven to be an invaluable addition to educational resources, effectively complementing existing teaching tools.