Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon by Meiqing Tian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Jern in Lekeplassutstyr-, Lekestruktur- og Offentlig Parkdesign Competition Category.
JernLekeplass· 2025
Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon
by Meiqing Tian
Client: Mei
A' Design Award i Jern Winner in Lekeplass Category
- 10,551
- Verified Award Winner
- Verify Award Status for #162124
The Design
About Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon
Book Text: Denne utendørsinstallasjonen knytter urbane samfunn til det lokale dyrelivet ved å kombinere et periskop og et fuglematerhus, slik at brukerne kan observere fugler uten å forstyrre dem. Den engasjerer publikum gjennom lekne, pedagogiske elementer, øker bevisstheten om urbant dyreliv og adresserer arters ensomhet. Installasjonen er utformet med minimalt med bevegelige deler for holdbarhet og lavt vedlikehold, og fremmer respekt for naturen. Tilbakemeldinger fra eksperter og parkbesøkende ble samlet inn for å forbedre konseptet og vurdere dets miljøpåvirkning.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award i Jern
Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon er vinner av A' Design Award i Jern, en prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles gode design som oppfyller de profesjonelle og industrielle kravene man forventer av veldesignede skaperverk. Jernvinnere viser stor dyktighet, høy spesialisering, ekspertforståelse og kreativ kapasitet hos skaperne. Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon forventes å være et høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt skaperverk som er praktisk og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Jern, integrerer bransjens beste praksis og har kompetente tekniske egenskaper knyttet til kunnskap og talent. Chirp Peek Primary Function: Utendørsinstallasjon respekteres for sin grundighet og er utformet for å gi forbedringer i livskvalitet som bidrar til å gjøre verden til et bedre sted.
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
Image #4: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
Image #5: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
Video Credits: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024
Sponsored
Explore Beyond Designers.org
Discover products, services and opportunities from our advertising partners.
More to Explore
Related Designs
Explore more award-winning designs from the same category, selected by merit.
