Al Wathba Wetlands Flamingo Visitor Center
Honorable Mention
Project Location
Abu Dhabi
Year of competition
2020
Renderings
Marina Panush
The UAE's Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is renowned for its magnificent wildlife, particularly its spectacular flamingo population. Beyond the birds, the reserve features "islands" of water bodies interspersed with salt flats, plants, sands, and dunes. The year-round hot climate provides a warm environment for migrating birds throughout the winter.
The Visitor Center was designed with the birds in mind. It is seamlessly integrated into the surroundings to remain unobtrusive from the birds' perspective.
Our architectural choices prioritized wildlife conservation, focusing on preserving their natural habitat and ensuring a peaceful, calm environment. With this in mind, we created a center that allows visitors to explore and enjoy the local plants and animals while providing optimal views of the birds, whether they are on land, in the water, or in flight.
Al Wathba Wetlands Flamingo Visitor Center
Honorable Mention
Project Location
Abu Dhabi
Year of competition
2020
Renderings
Marina Panush
The UAE's Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is renowned for its magnificent wildlife, particularly its spectacular flamingo population. Beyond the birds, the reserve features "islands" of water bodies interspersed with salt flats, plants, sands, and dunes. The year-round hot climate provides a warm environment for migrating birds throughout the winter.
The Visitor Center was designed with the birds in mind. It is seamlessly integrated into the surroundings to remain unobtrusive from the birds' perspective.
Our architectural choices prioritized wildlife conservation, focusing on preserving their natural habitat and ensuring a peaceful, calm environment. With this in mind, we created a center that allows visitors to explore and enjoy the local plants and animals while providing optimal views of the birds, whether they are on land, in the water, or in flight.