Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho by Meiqing Tian

Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho by Meiqing Tian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Taputapu Papa Tākaro, Hanganga Tākaro me te Papa Māra Tūmatanui Competition Category.

RinoPapa Tākaro· 2025

Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho

by Meiqing Tian

Client: Mei

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Papa Tākaro Category

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The Design

About Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho

Ka honoa e tēnei whakaurunga o waho ngā hapori tāone ki ngā kararehe māori o te takiwā, mā te whakakotahi i te perikōpi me te wharekai manu, e taea ai e ngā kaiwhakamahi te mātakitaki i ngā manu me te kore e whakararuraru i a rātou. Ka whakaawe i te iwi whānui mā ngā āhuatanga takaro, mātauranga hoki, e whakaara ake ana i te mōhiotanga ki ngā kararehe māori o te tāone me te whakatika i te mokemoke o ngā momo. I hoahoatia me ngā wāhanga nekeneke iti kia mau roa, kia iti hoki te tiaki, ka poipoi te whakaurunga i te whakaute ki te taiao. I kohia ngā urupare mai i ngā tohunga me ngā tangata haere papa rēhia hei whakapai ake i te ariā me te aromatawai i tōna pānga ki te taiao.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Chirp Peek Whakaurunga o Waho mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This design explores how park installations can enhance connections between urban communities and wildlife. Combining fun and educational elements, it engages the public, boosts environmental awareness, and fosters appreciation for nature. Research offers insights for urban planning and public art.
Dimensions & Packaging: 135mm x 187mm x 1135.5mm
Tags: public space, installation, wildlife, community, education, playground, park
Production Technology: Powdercoated aluminum.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge in designing this outdoor installation is minimizing the number of moving parts to ensure functionality while reducing the risk of wear and tear from public use. The design must also consider durability, aiming for minimal and simple maintenance requirements to ensure long-term usability in outdoor settings.
Research: Expert interviews were conducted with a diverse group, including an education learning coordinator, a naturalist, the NestWatch project leader, an industrial designer, and a landscape architect. These experts were shown the concept drawings and the first prototype to gain their insights, experiences, and perspectives on integrating nature into urban environments, as well as their opinions on the overall concept.
To gather potential users' thoughts, I took the prototype to a local park and engaged with random park-goers for their feedback. The diverse perspectives included input from a bird magazine editor, bird enthusiasts, a wildlife observer, a dog owner, a father of two... Their feedback provided valuable insights into the potential user base. While everyone expressed interest in the idea, they also shared some concerns, which have been noted for further consideration.
Inspiration: Combining a periscope and bird feeder, it allows users to observe birds from a distance without disturbing them. It blends playful and educational elements to engage the public, raising awareness of local urban wildlife and fostering a reconnection with nature. Addressing "species loneliness," it encourages appreciation and celebration of city wildlife. The project aims to foster respect and responsibility towards the environment, using experiments and interviews to assess impact.
Project Duration: The project started in October 2023 and finished in May 2024 in New York.
Operation Flow: This installation is designed for public spaces such as community gardens, playgrounds, and parks. Once installed by staff, it allows birds to interact with the feeder while visitors can observe them up close from a distance, ensuring minimal disturbance to the birds' natural behavior. Staff will need to periodically refill the feeder, and regular cleaning of the installation is necessary to maintain hygiene and the quality of the visitor experience.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
Image #2: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
Image #3: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
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Video Credits: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024