This futuristic observation deck hovers 10,666 feet above the Italian Alps! - Yanko Design

This incredible ascertainment deck has an interesting story backside it. In September of 1991 on the edge between Republic of austria and Italy, German tourists plant the natural mummy of a man who lived between 3400 and 3100 BCE and he was given the name Otzi that roughly translated to Iceman. Noa Architecture pays tribute to this celebrated discovery with the scenic Otzi Peak Lookout perched 10,666 anxiety higher up the Italian Alps.

This 'floating' observation deck is mounted to the Schnals Valley Glacier and is fabricated from Corten steel. The structure has a semi-circular platform which is surrounded by several optical illusion-inducing vertical metal plates that provide opening and closing views of the vast landscape. In that location is a suspended walkway partially enclosed in drinking glass and it extends from the main deck for those who want to run into the spot where the world's oldest glacier mummy, honey Otzi, was discovered. Visitors can also see the watershed that forms the border betwixt Italy and Republic of austria as well as the centuries-former path of Transhumance which UNESCO recently listed as a Earth Heritage site for its history as a seasonal migratory road for livestock.

While the Otzi Peak Lookout has a futuristic, almost UFO-like artful it is ironic that its purpose is linked to an ancient mummy! I recall they should keep a dollar jar for every time a visitor thinks they have spotted the Yeti and if it's truthful, this minimalist observation deck shall become even more awe-inspiring!

Designer: Noa Architecture