The conceptual 'Accordio' pet house is a functional solution for dog or cat owners that would enable them to keep a dedicated section for their furry friend in their living space. The pet house features a silicone construction that is paired with an expandable frame to let owners easily open it up for use and collapse it down when guests come over. This makes it well-suited for urbanites who might have limited space to work with or who want to able to bring their pet's essentials with then when traveling, which is further enhanced with magnets to keep it closed.
The conceptual 'Accordio' pet house is the design work of Yongwook Seong, and is the winner in the Pet Supplies and Products for Animals Design Category for 2020-2021.
Accordion-Style Pet Houses
The Conceptual 'Accordio' Pet House Allows for Easy Storage
Trend Themes
1. Expandable Pet Products - There's an opportunity to create expandable pet products that are easy to store and versatile for pet owners.
2. Space-saving Pet Accessories - Designing pet accessories with a focus on space-saving functionality can make them more attractive to urban pet owners with limited living space.
3. Magnetic Pet Product Closures - Magnetic closures could be a trend in pet product design for their ease of use and ability to keep products compact when not in use.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Supplies - Pet supply companies could create a line of space-saving, expandable pet accessories to cater to pet owners with limited living space.
2. Furniture - Furniture companies could explore designing pet furniture that is easy to store when not in use, such as foldable or accordion-style pet houses.
3. Design - There's an opportunity for designers to incorporate magnetic closures in pet product designs, adding functionality and ease of use for pet owners.