ZooLex Workshop Master Planning

Having a master plan in place ensures effective use of resources, aids in better decision-making, helps avoid costly mistakes, and increases the prospect of attaining funding.

• What should a master plan include?
  
• How are development guidelines represented in a master plan?
  
• How is phasing determined and communicated?
  
• How detailed is a master plan?
  
• What analysis is necessary to begin a master plan?

In the Zoo Master Plan Workshop, participants will use the site of a given zoo to explore the process of master planning. The group will be moderated by Monika Fiby to develop a conceptual master plan for the zoo. Hands-on work with a case study will result in an in-depth understanding of master planning for the zoo.

Participants are able to:

• See examples of various zoo master plans.
  
• Gain an overview of the contents and extent of a master plan.
  
• Learn methods involved in creating master plans.
  
• Get ideas for their own master plan.
  
• Experience the master planning process first-hand.
  

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ZooLex Workshop Zoo Design

Effective design of a zoo site enhances the visitor experience. We set the stage for exhibits. Participants in this workshop will develop a design concept for a given zoo.

• Which design elements are crucial for the visitor experience?
  
• Which spatial situations and elements are desirable?
  
• How is the planning process managed?
  

In the Zoo Design Workshop, participants will use the site of a given zoo to develop a design concept. The group will be moderated by Monika Fiby to explore design options.

Participants are able to:

• See design examples from other zoos.
  
• Gain an overview of design principles.
  
• Learn methods involved in the design process.
  
• Get ideas for their own institution.
  
• Experience a collaborative design process.