Chirp Peek 戶外裝置 by Meiqing Tian is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 鐵獎 in 遊樂場設計 Competition Category.

鐵遊樂場· 2025

Chirp Peek 戶外裝置

by Meiqing Tian

Client: Mei

A' Design Award 鐵獎 Winner in 遊樂場 Category

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The Design

About Chirp Peek 戶外裝置

呢個戶外裝置將潛望鏡同雀鳥餵飼器結合,把城市社區同本地野生生物連繫起嚟,等使用者可以喺唔騷擾雀仔嘅情況下觀察佢哋。裝置透過趣味同教育元素吸引公眾參與,提升大家對城市野生生物嘅關注,並回應物種孤獨嘅問題。設計上採用最少嘅活動部件,確保耐用同低維護,亦培養對大自然嘅尊重。過程中收集咗專家同公園使用者嘅意見,用嚟完善概念同評估其環境影響。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 鐵獎

Chirp Peek 戶外裝置是 A' Design Award 鐵獎得主，這是授予滿足人們對設計精良的創作所期待的專業與工業要求的優良設計的聲望認可。鐵獎得主展現出其創作者的高超技藝、高度專業化、專家級的理解力和創造能力。預計Chirp Peek 戶外裝置將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的創作，既實用又創新。這件贏得 A' Design Award 鐵獎的設計整合了行業最佳實踐，並擁有與專業知識和才華相結合的稱職技術特性。Chirp Peek 戶外裝置因其嚴謹而受到尊重，旨在提供有助於讓世界變得更美好的生活品質改善。

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