1. Bird-friendly glass: Architects are incorporating bird-friendly glass into their designs to reduce bird fatalities caused by collisions with windows. This type of glass has a pattern that birds can see but humans cannot, preventing them from flying into the glass.
2. Green roofs: Green roofs have become increasingly popular in urban areas as a way to provide habitats for birds and insects, as well as to improve air quality and reduce heat island effects.
3. Natural lighting and ventilation: By incorporating natural lighting and ventilation into building design, architects can reduce energy consumption while also providing a healthier and more comfortable environment for both humans and animals.
4. Animal bridges and crossings: To reduce the negative impact of highways and other infrastructure on wildlife, architects are designing animal bridges and crossings that allow animals to safely cross roads and other barriers.
5. Living walls: Living walls, or vertical gardens, not only provide aesthetic benefits but also help to cool and purify the air, while also providing habitats for insects and other small creatures.
6. Fish ladders: In areas where rivers and streams have been dammed, fish ladders provide a way for fish to migrate upstream to spawn, without being blocked by the dam.
7. Bat roosts: Bats play an important role in controlling insect populations, so architects are designing bat roosts to provide habitats for bats in urban areas.
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