Seen Elements were used in the glass facade of the Futurium. This bird protection glass is fitted with special markings consisting of 9 mm dots applied at 90 mm intervals.
The effect of this pattern was tested by the Hohenau-Ringelsdorf Biological Station and categorised in the highest effectiveness category A. This means that over 90% of birds perceive the glass as an obstacle, according to the manufacturer.
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The marking covers less than 1% of the glass surface and does not impair either the light transmission or the visual appearance of the facade. The three-dimensional structure of the dots creates a reflection of the sunlight.
Realisation at the Futurium
The bird protection glass is suitable both for new buildings and for retrofitting existing facades. The installation on the Futurium was carried out by the company Unikat Berlin. This measure demonstrates a way of making glass facades safer for birds without significantly changing the architectural design.
About the Futurium in Berlin
The Futurium in Berlin is a forward-thinking museum and exhibition space dedicated to exploring the future of technology, science, and society. Located near the Reichstag and Hauptbahnhof, it serves as a hub for innovation and dialogue, inviting visitors to engage with interactive exhibits, visionary ideas, and cutting-edge research.
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Its striking architecture, featuring a glass facade and geometric design, symbolises openness and progress. Inside, the museum showcases potential future scenarios in areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, and urban development. With its mix of exhibitions, debates, and hands-on experiences, Futurium inspires visitors to imagine and shape the world of tomorrow.
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