It seems that now more than ever people are aware of not only the migratory traits of some birds -- witnessed by the popularity of the film Winged Migration -- but also the destructive effects of man-made structures on these patterns. A Birds & Buildings Forum has even been created to deal with the adverse affects of glass high-rises, blinking lights, and other physical aspects of urban structures on birds. What this awareness points to is an appreciation for our feathered friends and a desire to maintain their habitats as well as making sure they get there.

World Birding Center in Mission, Texas by Lake|Flato Architects

2006.04.03