Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsThis stunning thatched visitor center near <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweden" target="_blank">Sweden</a>'s Lake Tåkern features a golden reed roof that serves as a nesting ground for over one hundred species of birds. Designed by architecture studio <a href="http://www.wingardhs.se/php/flash.html" target="_blank">Wingårdhs</a>, the center was constructed using traditional building techniques in which the walls and roof were covered with reeds. The building's <a href="https://inhabitat.com/tag/thatched-roof/" target="_blank">thatched</a> exterior is reminiscent of blinds used by <a href="https://inhabitat.com/tag/bird-watching/" target="_blank">bird watchers</a> and it provides spaces for small birds to nest.1
Takern Visitor Centre by Wingardhs<a href="http://www.wingardhs.se/php/flash.html" target="_blank">Wingårdhs</a>'s Lake Tåkern visitor center provides a place for birds to retreat as well as nesting materials for birds to build their own cozy houses.2
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsThe asymmetrical center is formed around a central entrance courtyard.3
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsThe walls are lined with timber, and a single skylight allows natural light to enter the building.4
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsThe building was constructed using traditional materials.5
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsOver time, the center will fade in color and acquire a grey tone to suit the surrounding shades of the Swedish landscape.6
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsLocated on the banks of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T%C3%A5kern" target="_blank">Lake Tåkern</a>, the center is beautifully situated to give visitors views out across the water.7
Takern Visitor Centre by WingardhsVisitors can also make use of the bridges and boardwalks connecting the building to the bird-watching tower.8
Takern Visitor Centre by Wingardhs
This stunning thatched visitor center near Sweden's Lake Tåkern features a golden reed roof that serves as a nesting ground for over one hundred species of birds. Designed by architecture studio Wingårdhs, the center was constructed using traditional building techniques in which the walls and roof were covered with reeds. The building's thatched exterior is reminiscent of blinds used by bird watchers and it provides spaces for small birds to nest.