HalbachDietz Architects

 


Project
 

PARROT PARADISE
Remodel
Fort Worth, Texas

Client
 

Fort Worth Zoological Association
 
Construction Cost $200,000
Construction Schedule
Completed 2004
 
Services






 

Full Architectural, Structural, Civil, and MEP engineering, including schematic design, design development, cost estimating, construction documents and specifications, bidding, construction administration and shop drawing review.
 

Project Description

This project converted the zoo's original alligator exhibit into a bird aviary featuring parakeets, lorikeets, and other small birds.  An original pond and retaining wall were integrated into the exhibit's design.  A boardwalk was installed over the pond and the retaining wall was used to anchor supports for a tent-like structure.  This supported the fabric mesh to contain the small birds.  A small concession/entry hut was constructed in front of the exhibit for visitors to purchase food.  A keeper's house was constructed behind the scenes.  The exhibit is interactive and visitors walk through the aviary to experience the birds up close.