A GIANT bamboo structure has been unveiled at a popular nature reserve in an attempt to spark interest in wildlife conservation among visitors.

The eight-metre tall art installation called The Beacon will be on show at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve until July 25.

The large yellow structure, made from ethically sourced bamboo and nylon stretch fabric, was designed and constructed by architectural designer Joseph Williams after a three-month residency in Rye.

In co-operation with Sussex Wildlife Trust, the project aims to encourage interest in climate change and the conservation of wildlife among school groups and visitors, as well as serve as a symbol of hope and reunion.

The temporary outdoor space will host community and educational events over the next month.

The Argus: The colour of the structure was inspired by local flowers. Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife TrustThe colour of the structure was inspired by local flowers. Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife Trust

According to the Sussex Wildlife Trust, the yellow colour of the structure was inspired by the yellow horned poppy – a common local plant that can be found across the shingle of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

The Climate Art commission piece uses stretch fabric to cover more surface with less material, which minimises the environmental impact of the overall structure.

The Argus: The structure was built with rigging techniques never before used in the UK. Photo by Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife TrustThe structure was built with rigging techniques never before used in the UK. Photo by Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife Trust

“In terms of the process, the construction remains one of the most polluting industries in the world with close to 40 per cent of global energy related carbon emissions being released from buildings,” a trust spokeswoman said.

“Joseph William’s relatively small-scale site-responsive experiment contributes to a better understanding of how architects and designers could find solutions to environmental change and understand our impact on the planet.”

The Argus: The installation will be on show for around a month. Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife TrustThe installation will be on show for around a month. Barry Yates/Sussex Wildlife Trust

To make this project a reality, the Sussex Wildlife Trust partnered with engineering firm AKT II, who undertook rigging techniques never previously been used in the UK.