BIRD
OBSERVA
TION
CENTRE
2020
In my most recent project, I designed a Bird Observation Centre. Situated on the banks of the River Tay, the building marks the completion of a Green Route through Errol. Varying landscape characteristics demonstrate the passing of the journey along the route; sequences of space interpreted as ‘outdoor rooms’. These rooms inform the spaces within each location, allowing communication between the landscape and each proposal.
My project draws attention to birdwatching; its site far enough away from the town to be secluded, yet close enough to be accessible down the winding marshy path. Along this path, a series of smaller hides are dotted; guiding the way and introducing the project.
The project is divided into three elements; Brick, Connection and Timber. The drawings and model demonstrate the steriotomic qualities and structural characteristics of these rooms, exploring each space within the building as its own ‘nest’.
My project draws attention to birdwatching; its site far enough away from the town to be secluded, yet close enough to be accessible down the winding marshy path. Along this path, a series of smaller hides are dotted; guiding the way and introducing the project.
The project is divided into three elements; Brick, Connection and Timber. The drawings and model demonstrate the steriotomic qualities and structural characteristics of these rooms, exploring each space within the building as its own ‘nest’.
Megan Ellis 2020