In recent years, Spanish society has been showing a clear trend toward a more mindful and self-sufficient lifestyle. More and more city dwellers are trying to recreate a piece of rural idyll on their own plots, and one of the most striking manifestations of this trend is backyard poultry farming. Keeping a few chickens is no longer considered exotic, but has become a real way to provide the family with the freshest products and embrace sustainable consumption. Riding this wave of interest, ready-made solutions have appeared on the market that make caring for birds simple and accessible, even for beginners.
Particular attention has been drawn to a modular chicken coop called GALLUS, designed for the comfortable housing of up to eight laying hens. This structure, made of solid pine wood, quickly won over the Spanish public thanks to its successful blend of functionality and aesthetics. The coop’s dimensions—just over two meters wide, nearly one and a half meters deep, and 1.7 meters high—give the birds ample space to move freely, which directly affects their health and productivity. Its classic rustic design fits seamlessly into any garden or patio landscape, adding a sense of coziness.
The developers of the GALLUS model have thought through every detail to make daily care as easy as possible. Inside, there is a cozy resting area and separate nests where hens can lay eggs in a calm environment. One key feature appreciated by owners is the pull-out tray for collecting droppings. This detail turns the routine and not-so-pleasant cleaning task into a quick and hygienic process. Additionally, numerous windows and ventilation openings ensure a constant flow of fresh air and a clear view, allowing owners to monitor their feathered residents’ condition.
The cost of such a chicken coop is about 350 euros, making it a fairly affordable investment in a healthy lifestyle. The popularity of these designs is not only due to the desire for eggs ‘straight from the hen’ for breakfast. For many, it is also an opportunity to recycle organic kitchen waste, teach children responsibility and animal care, and make a small contribution to sustainability. The ease of assembly and thoughtful design remove barriers for those who have long dreamed of their own mini-farm but feared the difficulties.
