According to experts, the tower representing a 'symbiosis' of 'architecture, culture, and science' is made up of 32 unique 3D-printed elements, marking a significant milestone in sustainable building practices.
"This kind of collaboration is exactly what's needed in Arctic tourism. It's encouraging to see it begin in a way that centers Inuit voices and priorities."
I wondered how much they'd seen their home turf change over their century-long lifespan. While 97% of the Galápagos have been under National Park protection since 1959, the archipelago isn't without threats.
Before the regional government introduced a daily cap on visitor numbers seven years ago, thousands of people would pitch up every day of the summer, putting the archipelago under huge strain. Today, 1,800 visitors can visit the islands each day from 15 May to 15 September, with numbers further reduced to 450 after that, reflecting a necessary move towards sustainable tourism.