Imagine your roof doing more than just keeping rain out — what if it also offered a warm little home for birds? That’s exactly what the Turkish company Hitit Terra (also styled “Hititterra”), based in Çorum, has brought to life.
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| “A roof that not only protects your home — but provides a nest for its little winged neighbours.” |
Founded in the heart of Turkey’s historic terracotta region, the company has embraced a charming and eco-friendly idea: traditional clay roof tiles cast with small cavities, built expressly to provide nesting spots for birds. The tiles look like a standard Marseille or clay roof tile from afar, but up close you’ll see little “pockets” under the eaves where our feathered friends can settle in.
The concept has roots in Dutch designer Klaas Kuiken’s innovative work, and Hitit Terra has scaled it into real roofs you can buy. It’s a smart marriage of classic material, contemporary ecological thinking, and practical design.
Why it matters:
- It supports urban biodiversity — by giving birds a safe place to build nests in built-up spaces.
- It requires no special machinery or radical new materials — just a clever twist on a time-tested building product.
- It sparks conversation and interest — a roof that’s not just functional, but playful and life-supporting.
Whether you’re renovating your home, building a new roof, or just love clever design with heart, these tiles offer something more than shelter for people: they share your roof with nature.
“A roof that not only protects your home — but provides a nest for its little winged neighbours.”
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