Design a house for Mars

"How would you design a house for living on Mars?"This question encourages us to think creatively and practically about the challenges of living in a very different environment from Earth.

Take a look at important things you will have to explore:

Atmospheric Conditions: What are the conditions on Mars (e.g., temperature, air pressure, radiation) and how would you protect against them?

Materials and Construction: What materials could be used that are lightweight enough for transport from Earth or that could be sourced from Mars itself ? How would houses need to be built to withstand Martian conditions ?

Life Support Systems: What systems are needed in a house on Mars to provide air, water, and food?

Energy: How would the house be powered, considering Mars receives less sunlight and has longer nights?

Interior Design: Considering the need for efficiency and the psychological effects of living in a confined space for long periods, how should the interior be designed?

Last year NASA unveiled a 3-D printed 1,700 square-foot Mars simulation habitat where it will conduct a study on the physical and mental health of volunteers living inside. And the best part, it's calling for volunteers to live inside the habitat for 1 year. At ThinkNow Classroom, we encourage kids to expand the horizon of their thinking by delving into a futuristic world. Share your thoughts and experiences.