ecojar

Inspired by the natural, self-sustaining processes in ecology -- and by the ongoing Biosphere 2 project in Oracle, Arizona -- I began developing small fully self-contained artificial ecosystems. It didn’t take long before family and friends started purchasing these terrariums for themselves and as gifts. In late 2008, this passion led to the founding of ecojar lab.

Our studio philosophy is to create innovative, fully self-contained terrariums by continually 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 began receiving requests from school teachers interested in using ecojar to teach basic concepts in ecology and plant biology. Conventional diagrams and figures often fall short in illustrating the complexity of organism interactions -- and the long-term impacts of minor changes within ecosystems. Ecojar, with its dynamic and observable processes, has proven to be a valuable addition to educational resources, effectively complementing existing teaching tools.