# Adorable Pet Patios The Katio Lets Cats Enjoy the Outdoors without Leaving the House By Meghan Young | Published 2014-11-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katio References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/11/14/The-Katio-Is-A-Private-Kitty-Patio-With-Its-Own-Bathroom/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1620591871/katio-and-dogio-pet-potty-in-the-window) Dogs often like lounging on a porch or in a dog house, humans have their own patios and balconies, but there is nothing really reserved for cats when it comes to enjoying the great outdoors in a more contained way; enter the Katio. The Katio is a fun addition that basically hangs out of the window. Complete with a kitty litter, the Katio provides another area for cats to relax while getting a nice bit of fresh air. Currently seeking funds on Kickstarter, the Katio is meant to free up more space in the home as well. Especially great for small spaces, the Katio allows people to have a proper place for a cat litter that the cats themselves will greatly enjoy. After all, getting to the Katio will be an adventure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Outdoor Cat Enclosures:** The Katio is a disruptive innovation that allows cats to enjoy the outdoors in a contained way. - **Pet Furniture:** The Katio provides a new type of pet furniture, offering cats a designated space to relax and get fresh air. - **Space-saving Solutions:** The Katio is a space-saving solution for small homes, freeing up interior space while providing outdoor enjoyment for cats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pet Products:** The Katio taps into the pet product industry by offering a unique outdoor enclosure option for cats. - **Home Furnishing:** The Katio is an innovative addition to the home furnishing industry, catering to the needs of pet owners. - **Crowdfunding:** The Katio is currently seeking funds on Kickstarter, demonstrating the potential for disruptive crowdfunding campaigns in the pet industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cityscape-Like Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocats.md) - [Thermostatic Cat Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermostatic-cat-bed.md) - [Contemporary Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Cat-Furniture-1.md) - [Vertical Feline Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-2.md) - [Cat Cafe Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-cafe-beds.md) - [Dynamic Cat Litter Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-object-litter-box.md) - [Subscription-Based Pet Doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onlycat.md) - [Affordable Minimalist Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsy-cat-house.md) - [Modular Magnetic Cat Walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyanpeki.md)