![]() The studio works on private projects sited within sensitive and ecologically rich environments. This harmonic dialogue between landscape, nature, architecture and human which centers our design approach, results in uniquely contextual artefacts for inhabitation, informed by a deep understanding of the environment. Instead, we find innovative answers to forms of inhabitation within the landscape itself, through investigating the depths of local, cultural and historical precedent. Our view of sustainable design goes against the grain of imported high-tech solutions. This wildlife pavilions project reflects the ethos of our practice, which pursues an intimate interweaving of buildings into their landscapes. The soil base creates a habitat for flora and fauna to grow and weave within. Pyramids of light are refracted and dispersed across the water, creating constant ripples of coloured reflection. Small openings are fixed to observe the wildlife. Its body is cloaked with a framework of lightweight, hinged timber panels which flutter in the wind. This pavilion quietly floats on a pontoon. With detailed wings and metallic body, the dragonfly creates subtle visions of light and motion. A south-facing sunbathing deck and alcoves for ducks to shelter sit at the base of the structure. Timber flaps allow humans to observe this natural hunting process. Learning from traditional fishing Trabucchi cabins of coastal Italy, poles extend from the pavilion to create advantageous fishing sites for waterbirds. The Kingfisher pavilion reflects the movement of a Kingfisher’s wings catching its prey. Visitors hidden inside the egg can observe wild creatures moving between nature. Heat is captured in the compacted earth and thatched enclosure creating a perfect environment for rest and reproduction. Insects and plants inhabit the framed ramp and soil egg structure. ![]() The Egg is inspired by local bird species that nest by burying deep into soil walls. Skeletal frameworks create intricate spaces to be shared between wildlife and people. Our pavilions frame this experience of transitioning through a variety of landscapes, each observing a different microecology of creatures and vegetation. Each pavilion responds to a unique species of fauna found at different sites within the reserve, focusing on the dragonfly, kingfisher, and nesting wildlife. The designs are informed by the captivating subtleties of biological formations. The story of how the landscape was created, inspired our approach to create interventions made of materials from the natural site to further enact restoration of biodiversity to the landscape. The site was eventually established as a nature reserve to protect local wildlife. Unfortunately, the human population exploited these natural resources for fuel, extracting peat and destroying wildlife habitats. Ice sheets were shed from the neighbouring Alps and fossil rich water pooled onto the land at the base of the mountain, resulting in a burst of biodiversity and the growth of Tobiere del Sebino. Peat bogs were formed in this landscape through a natural process of glaciation. ![]() The shelters symbiotically provide delicate spaces for humans to observe the unique landscape. ![]() They become platforms for sunbathing, instruments for fishing, and nests for resting and reproducing. Three pavilions are stitched into the landscape, enabling the ecosystem of wildlife in the Tobiere del Sebino to proliferate and thrive.įor local creatures, the structures support diurnal activities. This design was shortlisted as one of fifteen finalists in the Wildlife Pavilions competition hosted by Terra Viva. As a small team of two, within Foster Lomas, we designed three pavilions for the Tobiere del Sebino Nature Reserve. ![]()
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