Design Gizmo

Design Gizmo

Design Gizmo featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Catzz

When designing Catzz cat bed, the inspiration was drawn from needs of cats and owners alike, and need to unite function, simplicity and beauty. While observing cats, their unique geometrical features inspired the clean and recognizable form. Some characteristic behavioral patterns (e.g. ear movement) became incorporated into cat's user experience. Also, bearing owners in mind, the aim was to create a piece of furniture they could customize and proudly display. Moreover, it was important to ensure easy maintenance. All of which the sleek, geometrical design and modular structure enable.

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Mocats

The Mocats (Modular Cacoons for Cats) are modular elements for feline environmental enrichment and are made up of a series of pieces of Cardboard and Plywood, joined by an internal structure. The cardboard pieces form the floor, the ceiling, and the internal walls of the modules; while plywood pieces form the internal structure and external walls. This multifunctional and eco-friendly furniture, allows cats to scratch, climb, hide, observe, sleep, and play; and can adapt to the different lifestyles and spaces within the homes.

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Cone

Cone is a pet bowl designed for dogs of small and medium size breeds. The bowl combines circular and triangular shapes, and it can be used for food or for water depending on its orientation. A central cone slows the meal by guiding the pet to eat around it in smaller bites. When water is served, the shaped top edge and the three raised corners reduce splashing and spillage. The elevated dish lowers strain on the neck and allows an easy grip. Cone is made of molded food grade nontoxic polymer and mineral composite.

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Mew Gic

Mew Gic is a modular cat furniture system that is assembled without nails. The design is based on one repeated square bamboo panel and a sisal column, joined by plastic mortise and tenon connections for quick assembly. The circular plate at the center of each panel rotates to form a cat passage, a jumping platform or a closed panel. A single panel can be fixed to a wall and used as a storage shelf, while several panels can be combined on the floor or on the wall into many shapes. Damaged parts can be replaced, which reduces waste.

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Shake Off

Shake Off is a dog washing station designed with a zoo anthropological approach, based on a deep understanding of the human-animal bond and its influence on product design. It integrates solutions that promote the psychological, emotional, and physical well-being of dogs. Made from r-PETG, a recycled polyester reinforced with 30% fiberglass, it offers strength, sustainability, and high durability thanks to its UV resistance. The manufacturing process utilizes LFAM 3D printing technology.

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Dean

Dean is a pet cage designed for dogs kept at home. The interior space is redesigned to add headroom, so the dog can sit, stand, turn around and lie down in comfort. The main frame is made of strong, corrosion-resistant metal square tubing with a non-toxic coating and a smooth surface. A front door allows easy entry and exit, and the roof panel can be opened so the owner can interact with the pet without using the front door. Casters rotate fully and lock in place, and a removable tray keeps the cage and the floor clean.

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