These petting zoo pavilions were built in a public German park and were meant to double interesting visual sculptures. Architects behind the project wanted to make sure that the three distinct pavilions worked together to create a unified ensemble. One of the ways this was done was through the use of the same birch wood material.
Birch wood was not only used for aesthetic purposes but wood is also a good material that cannot inadvertently poison the animals. Also, due to possible wear and tear, all timber joints were constructed to be easily replaced.
The site was built for the 2016 State Horticulture Show, and replaced an aging animal enclosures that the area once housed. The new petting zoo pavilions strike the perfect balance between safety for visitors as well as sustainable and comfortable space for the animals.
What's Driving This Trend
- Animal-friendly Architecture
- There is a trend in architecture today towards creating functional, beautiful and pet-friendly buildings.
- Sustainable Design
- Sustainability practices have become a major design consideration across all disciplines and in all industries.
- Functional Sculpture
- The emergence of a trend to create public spaces that are beautiful, functional, and inspire joy.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- There is an opportunity for architecture firms to specialize in the design of pet-friendly spaces and help create functional sculpture.
- Zoos
- There is a growing trend towards designing zoos where the needs of both animals and visitors are considered, making comfortable and safe places for both.
- Sustainability
- There is the opportunity to create new products and services specifically for the construction of sustainable public spaces for animals and humans alike.
