In our daily wanderings through the design world, we can’t help but notice—birdcages are everywhere! Birds perched on branches have long been (perhaps too long) a popular motif but now the spin is all about the hanging, curved wire enclosures. A refreshing update, the chic and playful look has got us hooked on birds all over again.

Some of our favorites…

(Above) These lamps aren’t so much cages as chic little birdie apartments. Woven from the center stalk of a palm frond, they come in three shapes and feature a tiny bird stenciled on the inner light diffuser to create the illusion of a pet inside.

Bird Cage Lamps by Roost, $250; VelocityArtandDesign.com

The haphazard placement of the cages, the bold colors, and the childlike drawings of the birds give this pillow a fun and funky feel. It’s no wonder the vintage, 1950s print is called Happy Birds.

50s Birdcage Pillow 14 x 14, $19; Etsy.com

A stamp shall set you free? Inspire others to break away with this clever stamp set from Yellow Owl Workshop. The set includes two rubber stamps and comes in an adorable drawstring pouch.

Bird & Cage Stamp Set, $10; CuriosityShoppeOnline.com

No need to listen to the incessant chirping and squawking of a bird all day. Instead, create your own imaginary aviary with these black and white wall stickers from Ferm Living. The birds will remain quietly perched long into the night.

Wall Sticker Birdcage, $106; LekkerHome.com

Chinoserie-style cages with colorful little creatures inside make for a sophisticated but playful table setting. This pattern is also available on napkins, runners, tea towels, plates and aprons.

Placemats by Danica Studio, $10; CherryandEast.com

Smugly staring at their cages, these abstract tweeters look quite chic out from behind bars. Here, Graham and Brown bring the ever popular bird and beloved vine motifs together in complex but not-too-complicated wallpaper design.—Blaire Briody

Wallpaper, $60; BurkeDecor.com