# Pet-Friendly Architecture The Plus-Nyan Cat House By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-10-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-friendly-house-designs-plus-nyan-house-for-cats References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/la/pets-dogs-cats-snakes-etc/asahi-kaseis-plusnyan-the-most-feline-friendly-house-065928) When a [luxury cat scratching pole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coral-scratcher) or climbing structure just isn't enough for your beloved pet, feline owners looking to cater to their cat's every whim can now opt for a house that has cat-friendly features incorporated into its design. The Plus-Nyan house, designed by Asahi Kasei, is very much like a [cat gymnasium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neko-yama) for your four-legged friend. The ultimate in pussy pampering, the house features tunnels, climbing steps, open air cat walks, hide-outs, cat doors in all the doors, an [integrated kitty litter station](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catbula), scratch resistant surfaces, and fences to prevent cats from escaping. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cat-friendly Architecture:** Incorporating cat-friendly features into architectural design presents opportunities for creating innovative and personalized spaces for feline companions. - **Luxury Pet Housing:** The demand for high-end pet housing that goes beyond basic amenities opens avenues for luxurious and customized pet products and services. - **Integration of Pet Needs:** The integration of pet-specific requirements into residential design opens up possibilities for creating more pet-friendly living spaces and communities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architectural Design:** Architects and designers have the potential to disrupt the industry by incorporating pet-friendly features into buildings, creating unique residences for both humans and their furry friends. - **Pet Product Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of pet products can explore opportunities to develop high-quality, innovative, and customizable pet housing solutions catering to the growing demand for luxurious and functional pet-friendly environments. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can tap into the market of pet owners by designing and constructing housing developments that prioritize the needs and well-being of pets, offering integrated pet-friendly features as a competitive advantage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Feline-Focused Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-1.md) - [Modular Magnetic Cat Walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyanpeki.md) - [Smart Cat Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pawswing-neo.md) - [Cityscape-Like Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocats.md) - [Cat-Friendly Conceptual Playful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neko-yama.md) - [Affordable Minimalist Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsy-cat-house.md) - [Cat-Friendly Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jingcyuan-tang.md)