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Elevated Viewing Platforms Enhancing Wildlife Observation

Author:
Atso Airola
Elevated Viewing Platforms Enhancing Wildlife Observation

Project in-detail

Elevated platforms provide unobstructed sightlines, enhancing the experience of observing diverse bird species in their natural habitat.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated design optimizes bird watching with multiple unobstructed viewing platforms.
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Interior layout promotes natural airflow for visitor comfort and engagement.
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Strategic openings enhance visibility while minimizing ecological disruption.
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Integration with the landscape emphasizes the structure's ecological sensitivity.
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Railings on viewing platforms maintain safety without obstructing sightlines.

The Pape Bird Watching Tower is a carefully designed structure located in a natural setting intended for observing birds. It offers an elevated viewpoint, allowing people to connect with the environment around them. The overall design emphasizes openness, creating a space that encourages both observation and contemplation of wildlife while prioritizing interaction between visitors and the natural world.

Design Concept

The design centers on providing clear visibility and accessibility for bird watchers. Multiple viewing platforms are placed strategically to enable unobstructed sightlines, making it easier to observe the surrounding landscape. Each platform is positioned to optimize the opportunity for viewing various bird species, ensuring visitors can engage with the environment effectively.

Interior Layout

Inside the tower, the layout enhances the user experience. It features openings that promote natural airflow and visibility. These elements create a comfortable atmosphere for those observing wildlife, allowing for extended time in nature. By designing the interior with attention to ventilation and light, the space fosters a connection to the outdoors.

Integration with the Landscape

The tower is designed to blend with its surroundings, minimizing its visual impact on the natural environment. The form and overall layout reflect a commitment to preserving the ecology of the area. Visitors can appreciate the beauty of the habitat without distractions from the structure itself.

The viewing platforms include railings that ensure safety while maintaining clear lines of sight. This design detail allows visitors to observe wildlife without obstruction, reinforcing the space’s purpose as a practical area for enjoying and learning about nature.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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