The Shrike

︎︎︎ A Bird Observatory

Architecture Competition Winner
2022
Location: Alibaug, India
Team: Lei Lin, Marco Guarany, Min-Hsi Wu, Thor Winkler Von Stiernhielm

The Shrike is a bird observatory set amongst the diverse coastline of Maharashtra, India. It is a construct that reaches into the wild habitat around, whilst maintaining a safe and inclusive experience for all visitors that the site will attract. With primary aims of offering panoramic views of the surrounding wildlife for bird watchers inclined to view from high or low, the structure offers walkways in which users may experience a boundary-less connect with the natural beauty of the coastal environment. As the building and walkways age over time, plants and land around will be encouraged to encroach on the space and form a symbiotic relationship. This relationship should be explored by the visitors and used as an example of how the built environment and nature and work together in ensuring a safe and sustainable environment for all members within.