January 4, 2013
The answer to that headline: yes, only without the unnecessary death. Klaas Kuiken‘s charming little invention covers the roof of your house while also providing shelter for tiny winged creatures, tired from a long day of foraging, feeding, and whatever else it is birds do. The design consists of a small gabled “structure” fastened to the top surface of a clay tile, itself secured to adjacent tiles with special glue capable of withstanding extreme temperatures. Seen in section, the lilliputian unit is rather spacious, making this a dream abode for any bachelor bird. Continue.
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September 12, 2012
Photo by Daici Ano
When thinking about Japan and its burgeoning cities, it can be easy to forget that the majority of the nation is still covered in trees and mountains. While still respecting the surrounding rural areas, Japanese firm Nendo has managed to bring a touch of urban living to the forests of Komoro City in the form of the Bird-Apartment. Looking as if it was ripped straight from the overcrowded dwellings of the city, the Bird-Apartment serves as a small animal reserve capable of housing 78 birds and one average-sized human guest. Read more!
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April 20, 2012
Modernism. We know it’s not just for humans. The clean-lined aesthetic of our “machines for living” has been popping up for seemingly every kingdom, phylum and class. The latest to catch our eye are a series of modernist birdhouses by Twig & Timber. Hand built using reclaimed materials, these avian homes eschew the classic gabled form and snub excessive ornamentation. Instead, they delight in simple forms accented with tasteful asymmetries and natural hues and grains. The results are clean, bold, uncluttered designs that are sure to pop beautifully against the rugged bark of a tree. Find these one-off birdhouses from Twig & Timber here on Etsy. And for more modernist pet architecture, check out our Pinterest!
[All images courtesy Twig & Timber, via Etsy]
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