Terra Lunaris

The “Terra Lunaris” project is the third design concept to be developed by the Schumanndesign Studio in the field of space architecture and space technology.

The primary focus of the project is on the practical feasibility of creating a lunar habitat that takes up a minimum of transport space while subsequently offering maximum interior volume – i.e. living space – for the occupants.

By combining solid modular components with an inflatable shell structure, the inside volume available for use as habitable space is almost four times that of the transport volume.

The habitat comes already equipped with pre-installed interior elements, which fold out and make up around 90% of the interior. This therefore almost completely avoids the complex and costly task of fitting such elements after erection of the shell.

The interior layout of the habitat encompasses technical and research areas, communal spaces for the crew members, sleeping quarters, and an observation deck.

In the design of habitats of this kind, the technological requirements play a leading role. However, psychological factors are also a consideration of major importance as the team members find themselves in an extreme living environment. The design therefore also pays close attention to emotional aspects, supporting the sense of safety and wellbeing on the part of the occupants

With projects of this kind, we are beginning to extend our life environment beyond our home planet. We need to approach this not only on the technological plane, but also express our cultural stance and identity in the means of transportation and the habitats that will make this widening of our living environment possible.