# Big Bird Buildings The Urban Aviary is a Pigeon Sanctuary for NYC's Central Park By Michael Hines | Published 2012-01-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-aviary References: [ecofriend](http://www.ecofriend.com/urban-aviary-typology-skyscrapers-house-birds.html) & [stonearchitects](http://www.stonearchitects.com/#2297008/Urban-Aviary) The [Urban Aviary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-building) may be the world’s only skyscraper designed exclusively for birds. New York-based [Stone Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookies-n-peanut-butter-ice-cream-taco) designed the Urban Aviary as a way to save the Big Apple’s birds from an untimely death caused by the city’s skyscrapers. According to Stone Architects, many birds meet their demise by mistaking the glass windows of big buildings for actual sky. The birds run smack into these windows and either die instant or [become severely crippled](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdaid). The Urban Aviary would solve this problem by giving birds a safe building to fly into. The aviary would be located in Central Park and would be outfitted with running water and natural vegetation to allow birds to nest in a safe and unobtrusive spot. City birds may be an annoying nuisance to some, but they should be saved as their presence helps keep the urban ecosystem in balance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Bird-saving Architecture:** Opportunity to design buildings that address bird deaths caused by glass windows, promoting safety for birds without sacrificing aesthetics or functionality. - **Sustainable Urban Ecosystems:** Opportunity to create solutions that balance urban development with the protection of local wildlife, contributing to a healthier and more diverse ecosystem. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Opportunity to incorporate elements of nature into building designs, promoting sustainability and harmony with surrounding environments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunities for architects to incorporate bird-saving designs into their buildings, creating a unique selling point for sustainable and nature-friendly buildings. - **Urban Planning:** Opportunity for urban planners to develop initiatives that promote the sustainable coexistence of wildlife and urban infrastructure, balancing the needs of both. - **Wildlife Conservation:** Opportunity for wildlife conservation organizations to partner with urban planners and architects to create more bird-friendly cities, promoting a healthier and more sustainable environment for wildlife and humans alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Birdhouse-Integrated Address Signs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-common-house.md) - [Modernism Birdhouse Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwellings-project.md) - [Interactive Observation Wooden Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domik-ptashki.md) - [Lighweight Birdwarching Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-roost.md) - [Birdhouse-Resembling Narrow Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-birdhouse.md) - [Home Exterior Nesting Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numbird.md) - [Stealthy Smart Garden Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-block.md) - [Dual-Camera Birdhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdfy-nest.md) - [Birdwatching Control Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-traffic-control-tower.md)