# Human Doghouses The Daily Shelter Provides the Perfect Home Hideout By Meghan Young | Published 2009-12-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-shelter References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/daily-shelter-a-table-that-morphs-into-an-instant-abode/) & [ingridbrandth](http://www.ingridbrandth.com/) I remember those days when my brother and I would crawl all over the house as if it were another planet, scavenging for food and shelter; boy, would this Daily Shelter have made the perfect hideout. Designed by Ingrid Brandth, the Daily Shelter converts your run-of-the-mill [kitchen table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-crate-and-end-table) into a [doghouse-like abode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-dreamhouse). Making your home a [fun place for kids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deya-day-care), pets or even nostalgic adults, the Daily Shelter is a great addition to any of your home's rooms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Multi-functional Furniture:** With the rise of space-conscious living, there is a growing opportunity for furniture that serves more than one purpose. - **Pet-focused Home Decor:** As pet ownership continues to increase, there is a growing market for decor and furniture that cater specifically to pets. - **Child-friendly Design:** With many families spending more time at home, there is a need for home decor and furniture that stimulates children's imagination and playfulness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards multi-functional furniture by creating pieces that serve multiple purposes in small spaces. - **Pet Industry:** Companies in the pet industry, such as pet food and product manufacturers, can expand their offerings to also include pet-focused home decor products like the Daily Shelter. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can offer clients child-friendly design options that encourage creativity and imaginative play while also being aesthetically pleasing and functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3d-Printed Modern Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-side-table.md) - [Dog-Friendly Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agility-desk.md) - [Ultra-Simple Unibody Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cottage-dog-house.md) - [Workplace-Friendly Doghouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barc-dog-kennel.md) - [Interactive Modular Pet Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fetch-house.md) - [Dog Bed-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-furniture-design.md) - [Geodesic Dome Dog Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domehome-dog-bed.md) - [Off-Grid Dog House Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-house-prototype.md) - [Pet-Accommodating Bed Frame Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-bed.md)