The proposed centre at Greyhope Bay, near Torry, will feature a wildlife viewing platform and a variety of amenities to encourage science and education through performance and art, with conference rooms, a restaurant and theatre space.

The project is being led by marine scientist Fiona McIntyre, who wants to establish a new tourist and eco-friendly facility and build on the success of initiatives such as Dolphinwatch.

She has already laid out her vision to Aberdeen City Council, business support agencies, local and national environmental organisations, including the RSPB and Whale and Dolphin Conservation.

The image was created by architect Professor Gokay Deveci, based at the Scott Sutherland School of Architecture at RGU.

It will form part of a launch event and gala fundraiser dinner on May 12 in Aberdeen and community family fun day the following day, where visitors will also be able to experience an immersive 360 virtual reality tour of the building.