Fowlsheugh Observation Shelter
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Bird observation shelter on the side of a cliff near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
The Fowlsleugh Observational Centre was designed for the RSPB following a bequest from Mr. George Anderson and his wife Dr. Moyra Anderson. The couple were keen to provide a location for the observation of the landscape and local wildlife on a site that they had enjoyed during their lives.
The architects' focus was to provide optimum views of the surroundings, which include the ruined cliff top fortress of Dunnottar Castle. The shelter is intended to provide a space for calm contemplation that will feel safe in all weathers, despite its rough setting.
Stone from a local quarry was used for the external walls and the interior is clad in timber from a renewable source. Through the use of these materials alongside a sedum roof it is hoped that the shelter will become part of the landscape as it is exposed to the elements and weathers.
Data
- Begun: Dec 2010
- Completed: May 2011
- Floor area: 14m2
- Sector: Arts and culture
- Total cost: £98,000
- Funding: Private donation
- Tender date: Oct 2010
- Procurement: SBCC Minor Works with Contractor’s Design
- Address: Fowlsheugh Observation Shelter, near Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, AB11 5EG, United Kingdom
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Professional Team
- Architect: Bell Ingram Design
- Project architect: Iain Cram
- Client: RSPB
- Structural engineer: David Scott Design
- Quantity surveyor: Christie & Partners
- Planning supervisor: John MacCallum
- Main contractor: Pert-Bruce Construction
