# Contemporary Cat Cafes Tristy of the CATS Boasts a Cozy Atmosphere for Cats and Visitors By Kalin Ned | Published 2023-01-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tristy-of-the-cats1 References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/01/10/this-super-cute-cat-cafe-in-shanghai-is-the-perfect-hangout-spot-for-your-kitty-and-you/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-super-cute-cat-cafe-in-shanghai-is-the-perfect-hangout-spot-for-your-kitty-and-you) Tristy of the [CATS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petco-reddy-collection-for-cats) is a modern cat cafe, located in Tianzifang, Shanghai. The design, which is a stylish and cozy "haven for cats and cat lovers," was headed by the Chinese design studio [Parallect Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tristy-of-the-cats). The practice focused on evoking form, minimalism, and playfulness through its choice of color palette and materials like European ashwood. The aesthetic is also described as "free-flowing."The space seamlessly incorporates "wooden ladders, [cat houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-2), and little pathways which the cats use to scamper and play around throughout the day." Emphasis is placed on modern sensibilities here, of course, in order to achieve a welcoming and intriguing visual aesthetic for the establishment." Tristy of the CATS also incorporates wallpapers that offer interesting backdrops to visitors as they take photographs with the cats. Image Credit: Parallect Design ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Cat Cafes:** Opportunity for design studios and cat cafe businesses to collaborate and create unique environments that can attract novelty-seeking consumers. - **Incorporating Cats in Interior Design:** Designers can explore incorporating cats as a functional part of a space's design and create a new trend that caters to cat owners and enthusiasts. - **Unique Photo-ops with Cats:** Businesses can enhance customer experience by offering unique photo opportunities with cats in themed settings, which can increase brand recognition, customer loyalty, and social media influence. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can explore incorporating cats as a new design element in public spaces, such as cafes, hotels, or coworking spaces. - **Pet Care & Hospitality:** Businesses can capitalize on a growing trend of cat cafes and design cat-friendly spaces to attract and retain customers who own or appreciate felines. - **Social Media Marketing:** Marketing firms can provide services to cat cafe businesses that help increase their social media presence, create unique hashtag campaigns, and leverage user-generated content to attract more customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cat-Focused Wooden Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tristy-of-the-cats.md) - [Understated NYC Cat Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meow-parlour.md) - [Cat Cafe Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-cafe-beds.md) - [Feline-Focused Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-1.md) - [Eclectic Cat-Specific Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-t-studios.md) - [Cat-Catered Large Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-cat-tree-house.md) - [Cat-Friendly Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jingcyuan-tang.md) - [Vertical Feline Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-tree-house-2.md) - [Cityscape-Like Cat Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocats.md)