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GardenHub App concept
Brunel University of London
Haya Nauman
The GardenHub app concept was designed to address the inclusive and sustainable challenge of making smart gardening accessible for diverse user groups while promoting environmentally conscious practices. Many existing garden management systems faces limitations such as poor connectivity, high costs, and complex interfaces which make them less practical for everyday home users. GardenHub seeks to bridge this gap by offering a simple, IoT-enabled solution that empowers individuals to monitor, manage, and sustain their gardens efficiently.
The app is designed to support a wide range of users: busy professionals, elderly users, students, people with disabilities, and home gardeners with limited space etc. The interface emphasizes clarity, automation, and customizability to accommodate varying levels of gardening knowledge and ability. For example, real-time notifications and automated watering reduce the need for manual labor, while visual indicators and reminders provide guidance for less experienced users. By considering different needs, GardenHub ensures that gardening can be accessible, enjoyable, and stress-free for all users/gardeners.
On the sustainability side, GardenHub promotes resource efficiency by monitoring soil moisture, weather data, and sunlight exposure to optimize watering schedules. This reduces water waste while ensuring plants remain healthy. The app also incorporates features for pest detection, growth tracking, and gardening tips, which encourage sustainable practices and minimize chemical use. By leveraging IoT data and predictive insights, GardenHub supports greener lifestyles and helps users grow plants more responsibly in both small-scale and urban environments.
The design of GardenHub reflects a balance between inclusivity and sustainability. It brings together a sense of community and shared learning among home gardeners while addressing global concerns such as water conservation, reduced chemical reliance, and healthier ecosystems. The app transforms gardening into an accessible, tech-driven practice that supports individual wellbeing and environmental responsibility.
