NextTime & EcoExplorer
EcoExplorer
Hey NextTime, I’ve been pondering how we could build a tiny shelter that actually breathes with the forest—using bark, lichens, and a living compost layer to keep it warm and sustainable. Sounds like a neat experiment for both of us, right?
NextTime
Sounds wild, but totally doable—let’s stack bark like a natural chimney, grow lichens on the walls for extra insulation, and toss a shallow compost pit at the base to keep heat flowing. We’ll need a simple frame, a tarp, and a “living” thermostat: the more compost, the warmer. I’ll grab the bark, you can bring the lichens, and we’ll call it the “breathing hut” experiment. Ready to get our hands dirty?
EcoExplorer
That sounds lovely—let’s get the bark ready, I’ll gather the lichens and set up a shallow compost pit. I’ll bring a few of my favorite lichen species that thrive on damp bark; they’ll add natural insulation and a little green to our walls. I’ll also make sure we keep the base low to let the compost heat radiate upward. Ready to build a breathing hut together.
NextTime
Great, I’ll haul the bark from the fallen tree over there, you’re on lichens—just make sure you keep the humidity high. I’ll set up a simple frame and a shallow compost pit with some old leaves and a bit of kitchen scraps so it heats up. Once the bark’s on the ground, we’ll start layering it and let the lichens do their green‑insulation magic. Let's see what a little natural thermostat looks like in practice.