A Living Collection The Mississippi Flyway Build represents a different approach to habitat design: a display that grows with the collector. This river section was engineered from the start to accommodate future additions, allowing our client to expand their waterfowl collection over time. The River Section Due to the size and scope of this project, we are featuring it in multiple parts. This week, we focus on the river section—a centerpiece that captures the essence of one of North America's most important waterfowl migration routes. Built-In Expandability What makes this project unique is its modular design: The display can accommodate another 20 ducks as our client harvests them Oval areas on the top simply lift out of place for easy additions New birds can be positioned without disturbing the existing display The overall composition remains balanced as the collection grows Capturing the Flyway The Mississippi Flyway is one of the four major North American waterfowl migration routes, stretching from the Gulf of Mexico to the Canadian tundra. Our river scene captures a moment along this incredible journey—birds gathering at a river bend, some resting on the water, others positioned along the shoreline. Design Considerations Creating an expandable display requires careful planning: Composition: The scene must look complete at any stage of the collection Access: Removable sections must be seamless when in place Variety: Space for different species and poses as the collection grows Story: Each addition should enhance the overall narrative A Display That Evolves For collectors who plan to add to their displays over years or even decades, this modular approach offers the best of both worlds: a stunning display today with room to grow tomorrow. Stay tuned for the next installment of the Mississippi Flyway Build series, where we will explore additional sections of this impressive project.