Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon by Meiqing Tian

Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon by Meiqing Tian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award na Bakal in Disenyo ng Kagamitang Pampalaruan, Estruktura ng Laro at Pampublikong Parke Competition Category.

BakalPalaruan· 2025

Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon

by Meiqing Tian

Client: Mei

A' Design Award na Bakal Winner in Palaruan Category

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The Design

About Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon

Teksto ng Aklat: Ang panlabas na instalasyong ito ay nag-uugnay sa mga pamayanang urban sa lokal na ligaw na hayop sa pamamagitan ng pagsasama ng periscope at pakainan ng ibon, na nagbibigay-daan sa mga gumagamit na obserbahan ang mga ibon nang hindi nagagambala ang mga ito. Nakikilahok ito sa publiko sa pamamagitan ng mapaglarong, edukasyonal na mga elemento, pinapataas ang kamalayan tungkol sa ligaw na hayop sa lungsod at tinutugunan ang kalungkutan ng mga species. Idinisenyo nang may kaunting gumagalaw na bahagi para sa tibay at mababang pangangalaga, ang instalasyon ay nagpapalago ng paggalang sa kalikasan. Nangalap ng feedback mula sa mga eksperto at mga bisita ng parke upang pinuhin ang konsepto at suriin ang epekto nito sa kapaligiran.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award na Bakal

Ang Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal, isang prestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga mahuhusay na disenyong tumutugon sa mga propesyonal at pang-industriyang kinakailangang inaasahan sa mga mahusay na pagkakadisenyong likha. Ang mga nagwagi ng Bakal ay nagpapakita ng dakilang husay, mataas na espesyalisasyon, dalubhasang pag-unawa at kakayahang malikhain ng kanilang mga lumikha. Inaasahang ang Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon ay isang lubos na pinahahalagahan, hinahangaan at minamahal na likhang praktikal at makabago. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal ay nagsasama ng pinakamahuhusay na kasanayan ng industriya at may mahuhusay na katangiang teknikal na may kasamang kaalaman at talento. Ang Chirp Peek Pangunahing Gamit: Panlabas na Instalasyon ay iginagalang dahil sa kaingatan nito at idinisenyo upang maghatid ng mga pagpapabuti sa kalidad ng buhay na tumutulong gawing mas mabuting lugar ang mundo.

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
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Video Credits: Photographer Meiqing Tian, 2024