Locate openings on the side away from prevailing winds. The south or east side is usually best. The appearance of any poultry house or outside run that is visible to the neighborhood should never detract from the over-all appearance of the surroundings. Exteriors of structures should be kept painted and well-maintained. Weeds and trash should be removed from around all facilities.
Proper landscaping can provide screening and also help muffle sounds from the birds.
Unsightly structures are not good for the image of bird raising and may lead to new laws restricting the raising of birds in your area. Build the roof high enough and situate such permanent structures as nests, roosts, and feeders for easy access and to make it easier to clean all areas of the house. Install doors so that they open inward. Using sliding windows so that the birds cannot roost on them rather than windows which swing in or out. Use building materials which will be easy to clean and disinfect.