# Eclectic Cat Shelters The 'Giving Shelter' Event Explores Ways to Keep Cats Happy By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-09-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giving-shelter References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/cat-shelters-architects-for-animals-fixnation-los-angeles-09-16-2014/) & [architectsforanimals](http://www.architectsforanimals.com/) The Giving Shelter display was done for a [benefit event in LA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-showcats), that places its focus on felines for the evening. A number of different architects came out to support these hairy critters, creating an array of [homes for cats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pawswing-neo). The designs varied in terms of structure, with some focusing more on producing a geometric shape, and others going for functionality. One in particular stands out, which offers space for two cats to rest. The design doubles as a side table, with a front that opens up to allow for the pets to crawl inside and relax. That way owners can enjoy a piece of furniture to rest their drink on, as well as provide shelter for their cats. Hopefully some of these designs will go to market for the avid cat-lovers. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/cat-shelters-architects-for-animals-fixnation-los-angeles-09-16-2014/), [architectsforanimals](http://www.architectsforanimals.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Pet Products:** The Giving Shelter event showcases the potential for sustainable and eco-friendly cat shelter designs, opening doors for businesses in the pet product industry to create more environmentally conscious offerings. - **Multi-functional Pet Products:** The cat shelter doubling as a side table highlights the potential for multi-functional pet products, paving the way for innovation in the home goods and pet industries. - **Customizable Pet Furniture:** The wide variety of designs presented at Giving Shelter demonstrates the demand for customizable and stylish pet furniture, creating opportunities for designers and businesses in the furniture and pet industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Product Industry:** The unique cat shelter designs presented at Giving Shelter point to opportunities for innovation in the pet product industry. - **Home Goods Industry:** The cat shelter doubling as a side table showcases potential for innovation in the home goods industry to create more multi-functional and stylish pet furniture. - **Furniture Industry:** The demand for customizable and stylish pet furniture demonstrated at Giving Shelter presents opportunities for innovation in the furniture industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cityscape-Like Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocats.md) - [Functional Furniture Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donarturo-cuba-cat-house.md) - [Feline-Focused Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-1.md) - [Vertical Feline Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-2.md) - [Cat-Catered Large Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-cat-tree-house.md) - [Contemporary Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Cat-Furniture-1.md) - [Artful Doghouse Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition.md) - [Cat-Focused Wooden Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tristy-of-the-cats.md) - [Smart Cat Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pawswing-neo.md)