Biodiversity within the city: a "Timescape Garden" in Norrköping
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan - Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan Arkitekturskolan |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 2 002 397 |
| Project duration | October 2021 - September 2024 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Future attractive habitats |
| Call | Future attractive habitats - lessons learned from pandemic |
Important results from the project
We realized the Timescape Garden— a testbed for design approaches to urban wild gardens and a study area for urban biodiversity, where we introduced 250 plant species, tested a new AI-based method of biodiversity monitoring, & built a database for training our AI algorithm. We increased biodiversity and public use of the site. We tested methods of site analysis drawing upon experimental dance practice, and ways to transfer embodied knowledge of a place to visitors.
Expected long term effects
We advanced our development of a biodiversity sensor. We created a wildflower garden and forest glade that benefits both residents and animals. NSF adopted the place and will use it for activities and events. We extended and interconnected paths in the larger area and increased possibilities for exploring and enjoying the place. We proved the value of new methods of prefab timber construction, which have many future applications. We influenced planning guidelines for adjacent development.
Approach and implementation
Schedule: planned and realized wildflower garden, forest glade, larger path network, then viewing pavilion. Installed & tested 1st, 2nd, & 3rd data collection system; analyzed data; modified system. Organized workshops, public events, publications. Setbacks: Data collection systems sometimes malfunctioned and were vandalized & stolen. Collaborators responsible for building the pavilion delayed then refused many tasks. Project director took personal responsibility for completion of construction.