Nestboxes for birds get a fashion makeover - in pictures
Zandra Rhodes says of her design: 'Nature is amazing, I have often taken inspiration from our rich wildlife for my designs. It nurtures us all, and we need to nurture nature in return. It’s wonderful that so many designers are taking part in this project – to celebrate our wildlife, and encourage everyone to give nature a home where they can'Photograph: RSPBJohn Rocha's black lace design. 'I am thrilled to be part of this wonderful project. I have found inspiration and huge joy in nature throughout my life, and this a great opportunity to share that joy. I really hope it encourages everyone to help look after nature and to give nature a home in their gardens or even on their windowsills'Photograph: RSPBJulien Macdonald said: 'When I was asked to create a nestbox for the RSPB it didn’t take me long to say "yes" – nowadays there is a real appetite in the fashion industry to think green. Protecting the environment and the wildlife it provides a home for is something I feel passionately about. I am so glad other designers have joined together to send this important message to the fashion world and beyond'Photograph: RSPB
The little birdies at HemingwayDesign say: 'Save our mid century tower blocks. We like flying high'Photograph: RSPBBritish fashion designer Giles Deacon, well-known for his playful designs, said: 'I love to make time to support good causes, and the UK’s wildlife is a cause that really needs our help. It’s fabulous that so many designers have got behind this idea – it’s a really great way to get us all thinking about how we can make a home for nature on our back doorstep. It’s fun and makes the world a better, more beautiful place – just like fashion!'Photograph: RSPBKatharine Hamnett's nestbox Photograph: RSPBPiers Atkinson, said: 'It is a great opportunity to remind us all that we need nature in our lives, and nature needs a home, just like we do'Photograph: RSPBOrla Kiely's recognisable printPhotograph: RSPBJasper Conran said: 'I have thoroughly enjoyed creating a bird palace to support the RSPB in their work to conserve the natural environment. I love birds and I love hearing them tweet'Photograph: RSPBDame Vivienne Westwood's designPhotograph: RSPBPatrick Grant's nestbox designPhotograph: RSPB
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