This project was hypothesized based on the conditions that Georges Island in Halifax Nova Scotia would be opened to the public, and allow visitors. Research was conducted to esatblish a probelm that could exsist. In this case, protecting the ecology of the island from heavy foot traffic, and unwanted disturbance of wildlife was the problem.
A system diagram explaining the problem of damaging actions without having a barrier.
A system diagram explaining how the barrier would protect the island's ecology.
A map of what are considered the main trails of the island.
Inspiration for the barrier design.
Ecology lane reflects the design principle of constraint, by literally creating a barrier on the insland, and constraining people's walkway.
These are the plants that would be featured along the walk way.
Example.
Example.
Mock up.
Maritime Garter Snakes are highly populated on Georges Island, thus being one of the most commong forms of wildlife on the island.
Birds and snails are the forms of wildlife that are highly prominent on the island. Information about these creatures would be along side the Maritime Garter Snake.
This is where the 3 information panels would be placed.
The barrier would be placed on one side of the main trails, to help protect the island's ecology by informing visitors to the island about wildlife and plant species that are so important to the island's eco system.
