# Aluminum Avian Abodes The Birdhouse by The Federal is Colorful and Simple By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdhouse-by-the-federal References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/01/17/birds-have-better-homes-than-we-do/) & [thefederal.co](http://thefederal.co/Birdhouse) The Birdhouse by The Federal, a design studio based in Ottawa, Canada, is a study in simplicity. Made out of lightweight aluminum and held together with a piece of leather string, the same string it is hung from, the avian abode nevertheless makes a visual impact. The classic shape has been slightly tweaked for modernity's sake while the use of vibrant colorways adds a touch of pizzazz that doesn't take away from its minimal nature. Built in two parts, the Birdhouse by The Federal is easy to clean. Powder-coated to remain protected from the elements, it also has a slim wooden base to ensure surfaces aren't scratched when it is taken down. Available in a variety of colors, the Birdhouse by The Federal would make a welcomed addition to any garden. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Simplicity in Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop minimalist designs that prioritize functionality and ease of use. - **Use of Lightweight Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of alternative lightweight materials to create durable and portable products. - **Powder Coating for Outdoor Protection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new coating technologies for outdoor products to enhance durability and resistance to weather conditions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Design and Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine simplicity and aesthetic appeal to create unique and functional home decor products. - **Materials and Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Research and develop innovative lightweight materials for various industries, including outdoor products. - **Coating and Surface Protection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create advanced coating solutions that offer superior protection for outdoor products, extending their lifespan. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Educational Linoleum Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elvi-birdhouse.md) - [Interactive Observation Wooden Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domik-ptashki.md) - [Birdhouse-Resembling Narrow Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-birdhouse.md) - [Modernism Birdhouse Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwellings-project.md) - [Home Exterior Nesting Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numbird.md) - [Birdhouse-Integrated Address Signs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-common-house.md) - [Sustainable Bird House Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-bird.md) - [Highly Functional Bird Feeders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-bird.md) - [Dual-Camera Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdfy-nest.md)