At Mingzhu Nerval, our passion has always been to bring nature into urban environments through sustainable vertical gardens that foster biodiversity.A recent, serendipitous encounter reaffirmed this mission—a tiny baby bird found refuge inside the living wall of our Paris apartment.This unexpected visitor reminded us of our founding motto: “birds singing through architecture.” Our living green walls are not only works of botanical artistry, but also vital ecosystems that offer shelter and resources for wildlife amidst dense cities. Determined to nurture this symbol of life, we embarked on a heartfelt journey—fostering the baby bird until it could return safely to its natural habitat.

The Discovery: In the midst of our busy lives, a moment of surprise unfolded when we discovered a little baby bird nestled within the foliage of our living wall. Its presence felt like a special sign, affirming our dedication to bringing nature closer to urban dwellers. With tender care, we embraced this encounter as an opportunity to fulfill our mission in a more intimate and personal way. Through this intimate experience, we witnessed how even the smallest green spaces can contribute profoundly to urban biodiversity and inspire a deeper connection between people, architecture, and nature.

Nurturing Nature: Determined to give the baby bird the best chance at thriving, we embarked on a journey of fostering. With each passing day, we observed its growth, fed it a diet suited to its needs, and provided a safe space for it to explore and spread its wings.

Symbolizing Fortune and Purpose: For us, the presence of this baby bird holds a unique significance. It a reminder of our dedication to bringing nature into the urban environment. Even our cat and the foster bird have formed a friendship, happily coexisting and bringing joy to our home.
As we witnessed the bird’s resilience, it strengthened our resolve to continue bringing the beauty of nature to architectural design.

A Journey Towards Freedom:  The time approaches for the baby bird to return to nature. We are filled with joy, knowing that we have played a small role in its growth and recovery.  As we are getting ready to release the bird into the wild, we have been reminded of the profound impact our landscape company can have in bringing nature closer to urban dwellers. We are fueled with renewed determination to continue our mission of merging architecture and nature, allowing birds to sing freely through the very fabric of our designs.

As the young bird prepares to spread its wings, we are reminded of the true purpose behind every wall we create: to merge beauty, resilience, and ecological purpose into every corner of the built environment.

Discover how our bespoke vertical gardens merge architecture and nature. Explore our Projects Page to see sustainable design in action.