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Exploring Ecological Education Through Natural Green Bogs

Author:
Arunas Skrolis
Exploring Ecological Education Through Natural Green Bogs

Project in-detail

Situated within Kemeri Park, the visitor center integrates ecological education and community engagement, emphasizing the natural beauty of bogs while maintaining a strict CO₂ restriction to enhance environmental preservation.
5 key facts about this project
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Visitor center enforces a strict CO₂ restriction policy.
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Design emphasizes educational outreach on the importance of bog ecosystems.
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Located in Kemeri Park, renowned for its unique natural landscapes.
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Architecture fosters interaction between visitors and the surrounding environment.
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Functional spaces designed to accommodate diverse visitor needs efficiently.

Divorced Reality is located in Kemeri Park and aims to change the way visitors understand and appreciate bogs. The design draws attention to the contrast between myths surrounding these landscapes and the beauty they hold. The visitor center serves as a key gathering point, encouraging exploration and education about the bog ecosystem. It promotes a journey from fear to understanding, inviting people to discover the unique qualities of this natural environment.

Visitor Functionality

The layout of the visitor center is designed to meet various needs. Covering an area of 410 m², it includes several functional spaces such as exhibition rooms, a restaurant, and areas for staff. At the entrance, a portal welcomes guests while dedicated rooms are set up for technical operations and administrative work. This organization supports an efficient experience for visitors and staff alike. The center serves not only as a place for information but also as a comfortable setting for people to engage with nature.

Environmental Considerations

Key to the design is a focus on protecting the environment. The visitor center enforces a ban on CO₂ gases within Kemeri Park, highlighting the importance of maintaining the health of the ecosystem. Bogs play an essential role in capturing CO₂, helping to keep the air clean. This focus on environmental responsibility informs visitors about the ecological significance of bogs and fosters a deeper understanding of the natural world around them.

Architectural Expression

The design connects with the surrounding landscape. The visitor center prioritizes functionality while integrating with its environment. Its layout seeks to create a welcoming atmosphere, encouraging a sense of connection to the outdoors. Attention to detail in the design helps the building blend with its surroundings, enhancing the character of Kemeri Park.

Visitors experience a variety of textures and colors as they explore both the center and the natural landscape. By thoughtfully integrating the building with the environment, the design emphasizes the importance of the bog ecosystem and provides a place for learning and contemplation.

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

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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.

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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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