The Whale Visitor Center project originated from one of Norway’s spectacular areas for experiencing whale, Andøya. Here the global meets the local with breathtaking nature and Nordic light. The Whale will become a unique destination with an international museum and center of knowledge that will offer a rare insight in the universe of the whale and in the same time contribute to strengthen the neighborhood both on a cultural and social level. The project will link research, knowledge and culture to the general public and be valuable in teaching for children and young people. The project scale relates to the landscape dimensions of the site, and the location of the building follows the direction in the landscape, partly on the water surface. A universally designed walkway ensures public access by a climate-protected walkway from the east that enhances the sensual experience. The building follows the landscape typography and has two main floors with a mezzanine and an area underneath the water surface. Wood is the building’s continuous material supplemented with glass as a base and underwater constructions made of waterproof concrete.

Typology
Culture

Status
Competition (2019)

Location
Andenes, Norway