Open air educational infrastructure

General Description

With the objective of educating & engaging young pupils but also adult citizens, on the importance of biodiversity and the effects of climate change, an open-air classroom is created in a natural setting. The intervention includes the creation of sheltered space to serve as a classroom, and an open space including a bee hotel/insect habitat in the form of a play structure. Building material is provided for students to use to create bee hotels/habitats. The above is complemented with permanent educational material such as signs about distinct plant species and pollinators. Information campaigns promote the use of the Health and Well-being platform encouraging users/ visitors to include own data i.e. for identified species.

Timeline to reach full potential

0-2 years

Co-benefits & spatial impact assessment

Co-creation roadmap

Lessons learnt

Co-creation process

Predefined Nature of the Solution: The predefined nature of VS limited the scope for the co-design process, constraining flexibility and stakeholder input.
Opportunities Through Co-Creation Steps: Different opportunities emerged depending on the nature of the solution, with varied potential at different steps of the co-creation process.
Engagement with Social Minorities: Social minority organizations were hard to reach and often required extra effort to engage effectively.
Stakeholder Appreciation for Diversity: Stakeholders themselves valued the diversity within their group, recognizing it as a strength in the process.

Implementation process

General

The concept design process is dynamic, with changes occurring at various stages, requiring adaptability throughout the project.
Design adjustments were a frequent occurrence, making it crucial to anticipate and manage design refinements as part of the project lifecycle.
Stakeholder input played a significant role in driving changes, highlighting the importance of consistent engagement with all involved parties.
Financial constraints were a key factor influencing project changes, underscoring the need to align project goals with available budgets.
Changes had a direct impact on the budget, reinforcing the importance of strong financial planning to accommodate unforeseen adjustments.
Advanced expertise was essential for both in-house teams and service providers, demonstrating the need for highly skilled professionals to manage complex tasks.
Procurement difficulties, driven by bureaucracy and high offers, suggest that market analysis and streamlined processes are vital for smoother project execution.