Despite the fact that it is currently snowing outside my window as I type this I am fairly confident that someday spring will actually arrive here in Salt Lake. Our home is surrounded by lots of tree's and we are looking forward to putting out some bird feeders and bird homes to be able to watch some feathered friends. While my staunch cheapness will most likely drive me to making my own I do like the look of the Geo Birdhouse. Designed by Kelly Lamb for Areaware it has obvious influences from architect buckminster fuller. Its rounded shape makes an ideal nesting place for wrens, finches, swallows, warblers, and other small birds. The fact that it's ceramic should mean that it will hold up well in the weather. Stores are accepting preorders now.

Available from Unica home for $85.