The existing monkey and parakeet enclosure in the Amerikatierpark Limbach-Oberfrohna is in a structurally and functionally unworthy condition and is therefore to be fundamentally redesigned.

In addition to fundamental considerations regarding the new animal population, this project aims in particular to integrate parts of the existing stock into the new outdoor enclosure in the sense of circular construction, in the form of a greened ruin look, which, in line with the zoo concept, should be reminiscent of a forgotten temple in the South American rainforest.

The complex, consisting of outdoor enclosures, indoor enclosures, and technical and service rooms, is architecturally unified by two continuous beams. In the outdoor enclosure, this beam structure is supported by diagonally positioned steel columns that evoke associations with vegetation.

The enclosure is secured by a steel mesh structure and arches over the roof using two pendulum supports, creating additional vantage points and climbing areas for the animals. The wall facing the parking lot features a textured brickwork design that provides niches and shelter. This same material is also used for the heated and ventilated sections of the building.

Functionally, there is no interior visitor room; instead, a canopy extending from the building with seating is erected in front of the large shop window.

The building will be positioned between the quarantine station and the ticket office in such a way that the two existing levels of the current floor level and the lakeway are integrated into the building, i.e. the outdoor enclosure encompasses both levels; the display enclosure is located on the lower level, the service rooms on the upper level; the technical room is situated in between.

Renovation and Expansion of the Monkey and Parakeet House, Amerika-Tierpark Limbach-Oberfrohna

Category: Public, Interior, Outdoor
Client: City of Limbach-Oberfrohna

Design: Hendrik Heine | Katja Heine

Services: Building design (phases 1-9), Landscape design (phases 1-9), Thermal insulation, Fire protection
Start of work: 2024
Completion: Planned for 2027