This building was conceived as a symbol of designed (artificial) nature and as a transitional area from the residential area to nature (the moor, the water, the earth).
Thus, the building is essentially underground and only partially protrudes from it. Technically perfected building components (glass, photovoltaics, hot water collectors, concrete, etc.) represent both the sustainability of the building within nature and the sustainability of nature, alongside technically perfect architecture. Via the entrance hall and further into the earth’s interior, the visitor is initially shielded from nature, allowing them to gather their thoughts and concentrate. They then receive targeted views of the natural environment, the water, the earth’s interior, the sunlight, etc., thus preparing them for the natural experience (the wetland biotope with its extensive outdoor circular paths).
The energy and ecological concept is also intended to demonstrate respect for nature: no excavation is required, a PV canopy covers the – relatively high – electricity demand, and hot water collectors provide hot water and heating energy. Geothermal heat and cooling are used for air conditioning. Pellets cover the low heating energy requirements.
