# Simple Structure Dog Houses This DIY Dog House by ‘Woonideeen’ is Easy to Build By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-dog-house References: [inthralld](http://inthralld.com/2013/06/diy-inspiration-make-a-minimalist-pine-crafted-dog-bed/) & [101woonideeen.nl](http://www.101woonideeen.nl/zelfmaken/stappenplan-hondenhok.html) This [DIY dog house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition) is easy-to-make for even the most novice of crafters. The design uses only a few pieces of lumber to form the framework for a beautiful, airy doggy bed. The tutorial on how to make this [minimalist dog house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-dreamhouse) is provided by ‘Woonideeen,’ and although the instructions are in Dutch, the text is easily translated and there are pictures that illustrate each step of the do-it-yourself craft. Even so, the simple shape would be easy enough to recreate just by looking at the finished product. The simple dog house can be customized in a number of ways with paint, [comfy colorful cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leo-bed) and even adding variations to the roof like shingles. Your pet will love having their very own place to call home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Dog Houses:** Opportunity for businesses to provide DIY kits or tutorials for building stylish and customizable dog houses. - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity to create minimalist pet furniture and accessories that focus on simplicity and functionality. - **Customizable Pet Products:** Market for customizable pet products such as cushions, paint, and roof variations to cater to pet owners' preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Improvement:** Home improvement companies can tap into the trend by offering DIY dog house kits and materials. - **Pet Furniture:** Opportunity for pet furniture companies to create minimalist and functional designs for pets. - **Pet Accessories:** Market for customizable pet accessories such as cushions, paint, and roof variations to add personal touch to pet owners' homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Plywood Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooffy.md) - [Off-Grid Dog House Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-house-prototype.md) - [Bauhaus-Inspired Mobile Doghouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowowhaus.md) - [Pet-Accommodating Bed Frame Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-bed.md) - [Flexible Plywood-Made Pet Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuto-pet-house.md) - [Cooling Igloo-Shaped Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooling-dog-house.md) - [Pleated Designer Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/issey-miyappy-tessellations.md) - [3d-Printed Modern Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-side-table.md) - [Affordable Minimalist Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsy-cat-house.md)