# Pet-Friendly Coffee Tables The 'Miu' Coffee Table by Julia Kononenko is Multifunctional By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-10-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miu-coffee-table References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/10/08/this-minimal-japandi-style-coffee-table-doubles-up-as-the-ultimate-cat-home-for-your-pet/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The 'Miu' coffee table has been designed by Julia Kononenko as a multifunctional furniture solution for households with cats to help subtly keep them comfortable and provide them with a dedicated spot to relax. The coffee table is characterized by its bulbous design that is paired with a wooden tabletop, while the lower section maintains a [plush finish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-cafe-beds). This will provide cats with a comfortable experience when nestled inside to help them hide out in plain sight, while also eliminating the need for their own separate bed. The 'Miu' coffee table speaks to the evolution of [pet-focused furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-crate-and-end-table) that aims to strike a balance between being a functional feature for furry friends and something that owners don't feel impacts their design aesthetic too much. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 10% - 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pet-focused Furniture:** Designing furniture that aims to cater to the needs of pets, without compromising the aesthetics. - **Multipurpose Constructions:** Creating versatile furniture with multiple functions for pet owners to save space and money. - **Pet-friendly Home Decor:** Innovating decor solutions that not only look good, but also contribute to the comfort of the owner’s pets. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** Creating furnishings that incorporate pet-friendly features to meet the evolving needs of pet owners. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating pet-friendly design elements to create cohesive and functional spaces that cater to the needs of both humans and pets. - **Pet Product Manufacturing:** Developing unique pet products that provide comfort, convenience, and style to pet owners and their furry companions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Furniture Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donarturo-cuba-cat-house.md) - [Cat Bed-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igloo-side-table.md) - [Curvaceous Animalistic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookpet-coffee-table.md) - [Cat-Friendly Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jingcyuan-tang.md) - [Curvaceous Abstract Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-table.md) - [Modern House Pet Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choo-choo-console.md) - [Cat Cafe Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-cafe-beds.md) - [Cat-Friendly Minimal Desk Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-cubby-desk.md) - [Pet Bed-Equipped Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharing-joy-armchair.md)