# Pet-Focused Design Consumers invest extensive resources to augment homes to be more pet-friendly. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Jan 29, 2014, updated Apr 8, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/petcentric-design ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Pet-Focused Design trend? **Pet-Focused Design:** While the billion-dollar pet industry maintains success, consumers are craving enhanced innovations to make furry friends an even more permanent fixture in their homes. This shift towards an even more ingrained notion of pet ownership in society also signifies an increased willingness to spend extensive resources on unnecessary purchases regardless of economic woes. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 14, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014 - Published: Jan 29, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Prosumerism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/prosumerism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Pet-Focused Design trend ### Ingrained Pet Ownership in Society As pet ownership continues to be an even more permanent fixture in homes, the trend towards pet-focused design signifies an increased willingness to spend extensive resources on unnecessary purchases regardless of economic woes. ### Streamlined and Sophisticated Design Pet-focused design has expanded to embrace simplicity, streamlined and sophisticated design that's well-suited for smaller pets without losing their visually pleasing and modern aesthetic. ### Pet-friendly Furniture The trend towards pet-focused design has increased pet owners' demand for innovative furnishings designs that keep furry friends entertained and add to the aesthetic of a home. ## What the Pet-Focused Design trend means for industry ### For Pet Products Industry The pet product industry is undergoing a shift towards innovative solutions that accommodate evolving consumer preferences. ### For Furniture Industry As the trend towards pet-focused design continues to grow, the furniture industry will need to innovate to serve consumer demand for trendy and pet-friendly products. ### For Interior Design Industry The trend towards pet-focused design in interior spaces continue growing, inspiring innovation in interior design products that cater to pet owners who value both aesthetics and functionality. ## Trend signals for Pet-Focused Design Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 69%, activity 73%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 69% - Activity: 73% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Pet-Focused Design trend 6 featured examples from Mar 14, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014. - [Wall-Mounted Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldtatze-collection): The Goldtatze Collection Creates Complex Jungle Gyms for Pets (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture designers can explore new possibilities in creating pet-friendly furniture that seamlessly integrates with existing home decor. - [Multi-Purpose Cat Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-friendly-living-room): The Cat Friendly Living Room is Designed to Keep Critters Busy (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The pet furniture industry can explore innovative solutions for creating interactive and engaging products that cater to the needs of both pets and owners. - [Colorful Cat Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catissa-by-mojorno): The Catissa by Mojorno is a Contemporary Home for Precious Pets (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Pet furniture manufacturers can explore creating contemporary, wall-mounted or interactive cat houses and furniture to meet the needs of pet owners who desire unique and practical… - [Floating Feline Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-shelf): The Clouds Cat Shelf is Practical and Stylish for Pet Owners (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: There's an opportunity for home decor brands to add pet-friendly products to their lineup. - [Contemporary Pet Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forma-suite): The Forma Italia Suite Series Combines Comfort With a Chic Design (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with luxury retailers to create high-end pet furnishings that cater to affluent pet owners. - [Door-Hanging Feline Abodes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-condo): This Cat Condo Accommodates Five Critters at Once While Saving Space (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The home decor industry has the opportunity to innovate by creating more space-saving furniture options. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - 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