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Westerpunt

遠望貌似從沿海堤岸長出五角環狀的藝術地景 Westerpunt，其外觀與周圍環境顏色幾乎相似的結構，既個性且獨特的設計造型，令人對它感到十分好奇。這座地標建築位於比利時西部海濱城市德帕內（De Panne）由德帕內市政府和西彿蘭德（West Flanders）省政府委託 Studio MOTO 設計建成的景觀台，為陸地與海岸創造一處獨立而特殊的交匯，同時也象徵作為比利時與法國邊界交流的節點。

Westerpunt, an artistic landscape structure resembling a pentagon emerging from the coastal embankment, blends almost seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Its unique and characterful design intrigues onlookers, sparking curiosity. This landmark, located in the western coastal town of De Panne, Belgium, was commissioned by the Municipality of De Panne and the Province of West Flanders and designed by Studio MOTO. It serves as a distinct intersection between land and sea and symbolizes the connection at the border between Belgium and France.

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➤ Images by ©studio MOTO

➤ Images by ©studio MOTO

擁有大自然生態保護區和無垠海岸的沙丘，是比利時德帕內迷人且獨一無二的景緻，其潮汐變化的海洋、退潮沙灘四處覓食的候鳥、風沙堆積而成的沿海沙丘和漫步堤防步道的人們，共同勾勒這片浩渺生態的寂美輪廓。於是 Studio MOTO 便以此作為元素，就地取材將自然生態的色彩作為 Westerpunt 的表層，其混凝土主體結構呈一系列線性的階梯，以108度串接成五角形環狀，除了耐久堅實且能抵禦海洋陰晴不定的氣候條件，那引人注目的懸臂建築，很自然地與周圍環境合而為一，並存不悖。

The natural reserves and endless coastal dunes of De Panne create a charming and unique landscape. The changing tides, birds foraging along the receding shorelines, wind-sculpted dunes, and the people strolling along the promenade collectively form a serene and expansive ecological panorama. Studio MOTO drew inspiration from these elements, using natural ecological colors as the outer layer of Westerpunt. The structure’s concrete form consists of a series of linear staircases connected at 108-degree angles, creating a pentagonal ring. This striking cantilevered design not only withstands the unpredictable coastal weather but also harmoniously integrates with the surrounding environment.

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➤ Images by ©studio MOTO

當人們漫步在堤岸時，可以銜接景觀台的階梯。拾級而上，便能在每個平台節點稍作停留，同時欣賞四處不同視野的景色，繼續沿著階梯路徑前行可通往另一端點，便能穿過鬆軟沙丘踩踏在柔軟而遼闊的沙灘上。漲潮時分，觀景的人們可見大自然與其微妙的動態作為，海水將雕塑般的 Westerpunt 環狀端部沉浸當中，任由浪花拍打，瞬時便能透過環狀階梯感受同一載體切換的不同銜接面，其畫面亦隨自然環境的變化有了生命。

As visitors stroll along the promenade, they can naturally transition onto the staircases of the viewing platform. Ascending the steps, they can pause at each platform to enjoy different scenic perspectives, before continuing along the path, eventually crossing soft dunes to reach the expansive and inviting beach. At high tide, the ocean engages dynamically with the structure, as waves gently submerge the sculptural ring of Westerpunt, lapping against its ends. The circular staircases offer a tactile experience, connecting different planes of the environment, with the view constantly evolving as nature changes.

➤ Images by ©Michiel Hendryckx

➤ Images by ©Michiel Hendryckx

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Studio MOTO 提出 Westerpunt 展現靜態存在與人的動態交流，即使結構規模不夠龐大，仍然能透過它特殊外觀，以獨特語言來表達自己與人和環境對話。整體結構的內圍輪廓，宛若鏡頭透鏡般聚焦於各種動態，隨著人們視線距離捕捉其中的唯美視角，這也意味著觀景台在各方面皆維持著與周圍環境的互動關係。儘管它位於德帕內，當旅客來自臨界城市敦克爾克（Dunkirk）時，仍然能夠透過它反向的透鏡看見不同風景。Westerpunt 尊重環境、獨立靜靜地存在著，除了提供一處公共觀景的熱門景點，也講述著人與自然環境之間的互動，亦創造比利時與法國交界間的完美連結。

Studio MOTO envisioned Westerpunt as a dialogue between static existence and dynamic interaction. Despite its modest scale, the structure communicates with people and the environment through its unique design language. The inner contour of the structure acts like a lens, focusing on various movements and capturing the beauty within the circular frame. This suggests that the viewing platform maintains an ongoing interaction with its surroundings in every aspect. Even though it is located in De Panne, visitors from the nearby city of Dunkirk can experience different views through its reverse-facing lens. Westerpunt stands quietly and independently, respecting its environment. In addition to being a popular public observation point, it narrates the interaction between people and nature and creates a perfect connection at the border between Belgium and France.

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