The following features must be included in the design of the Immersion exhibition areas: (Yılmaz, 2011) •Close to natural view •Sustainability •Hiding boundary elements •Suitable for the psychology and natural life of animals •Sense of depth provided by plants and space design 2.1 Typological Characteristics of the Immersion Exhibition Areas A. BOUNDARY ELEMENTS: The factors that make up the boundary elements (nets, ditches and electrical systems) are visually hidden and aims at preventing the distraction of their visitors. It harmonizes with the natural ambiance that it tries to create. Plants, typography and natural materials (wood, bamboo, etc.) are architectural elements used to create segregated spaces. In addition, the topography was used as a boundary element, dividing the area into parts. While designing the boundaries of the animal shelter areas to separating the animal species, it is necessary not to disturb the integrity of the atmosphere. While keeping animals safe, we should not spoil the nature of the view visitors will watch. (Bitgood, 1993) In the design of the depth, type, width and material of the boundary elements, the physical strength, behavior (climbing, digging, flying etc.) and biological characteristics of the animal to be located in the area should be taken into consideration. (Giritlioğlu, 1993) Table 4 :Urban Environment Landscape (2004)
Border Elements
Types
Physical Characteristics
Design Purposes
1a.Net Barriers
1.Transparent Barriers
Figure 10: Paignton Zoo Birdworld (Torquay)
1b.Glass Barriers
Figure 11: Antwerp Zoo (Dierentuin)
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•Seethrough barriers separate animals and visitors without disturbing the atmosphere. •It gives visitors the opportunity to see the animals up close.
