Today, the small town of kastrup in denmark celebrates the public opening of its newest aquarium designed by local practice 3XN. the 'blue planet aquarium' is derived from the nautical swirl, a pattern repeated not only in the fluid behavior of water but throughout marine wildlife design as well, the radial shape also dictates the organization of spaces and circulation.
The tentacle-like structure seems to hover over a reflecting pool, and once inside the visitor is immersed within several underwater ocean-scapes; similar to the function of a whirlpool, the project pulls the guest into the deep blue to observe the sea life. a glass roof in the entrance foyer supports a shallow pool of water that filters natural sunlight and projects kinetic aqueous lines and sunspots into the space below.
Immediately one finds themselves in the central round room, the connection hub to the various winding thematic wings where guests can choose to explore the river, lake, or ocean. located next to, and overlooking the øresund strait fosters a land-sea relationship where guests always have a visual connection to the real deal.the vortex-like footprint also mirrors the dynamic nature of water. the lines dictated by the metallic structure are continued onto the site through landscaping and make it possible to add on more exhibit areas by simple extending the wings of the building.