Island Haustierhaus by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu

Island Haustierhaus by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Bronze in Tierpflegedesign Competition Category.

BronzeTierpflege· 2025

Island Haustierhaus

by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu

Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award in Bronze Winner in Tierpflege Category

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The Design

About Island Haustierhaus

Island ist ein Haustierhaus, das für den Innenbereich moderner Wohnungen konzipiert wurde. Das käfigfreie Layout soll Ängste bei Hunden mindern und Haustiere in der Nähe ihrer Halter halten. Die Vordertür kann geöffnet oder geschlossen bleiben, um Belüftung und Lichteinfall zu regulieren. Island besteht aus Sperrholz, das Türpaneel aus Acryl und Metall. Der Zusammenbau dauert mit einem Sechskantschlüssel und einem Schraubendreher etwa zwanzig Minuten. Das Haustierhaus dient zugleich als Lowboard mit integrierten Steckdosen und bietet somit zusätzliche Stau- und Lademöglichkeiten. Schlichte Linien lassen das Design mit zeitgenössischen Interieurs harmonieren.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Bronze

Island Haustierhaus ist Gewinner des A' Design Award in Bronze, einer hochprestigeträchtigen Anerkennung für herausragende Designs, die sich durch Kreativität, Einfallsreichtum und Scharfsinn auszeichnen. Bronze-Gewinner sind reichlich geschickte und auffallend kreative Artefakte, die die große Erfahrung, Fantasie und Findigkeit ihrer Designer belegen. Von Island Haustierhaus wird erwartet, dass es ein hochgeschätztes, bewundertes und geliebtes Objekt ist, das bemerkenswert professionell und innovativ ist. Dieses mit dem A' Design Award in Bronze prämierte Design verkörpert bewährte Verfahren in Kunst, Wissenschaft, Design und Technologie und ist hervorragend in seiner Liebe zum Detail. Island Haustierhaus befriedigt Bedürfnisse auf großartige Weise, berührt Wünsche, bezaubert Gefühle und spricht die Neugier an.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Island Dog House began with the hope of giving pet dogs more humanistic care. It provides close companionship for owners and pets, and the "cage-free" design reduces dog anxiety and is beneficial to their physical and mental health. It is also an interesting piece of furniture that can be easily integrated into contemporary home decoration. At the same time, it is not only an indoor dog house, but also a modern-style dog cage. The simple lines and modern design make it a highlight of any room.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 505mm x Depth 630mm x Height 625mm
Width 810mm x Depth 610mm x Height 660mm
Tags: pet supplies, pet house, pet furniture, dog cages, multifunctional furniture
Production Technology: The Island dog house is made of plywood, and the door panel is made of acrylic and metal. It can be assembled in about 20 minutes with a hexagonal wrench and screwdriver.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge in the implementation and research process is to maintain a balance between home design style and pet room. How to integrate with modern home style while meeting the needs of pets, so that the pet house looks like a home decoration rather than an abrupt piece of furniture. While considering the integration with modern home style, it is also necessary to ensure that the pet house meets the needs of pets, such as providing sufficient space and safety, as well as considering the pet's body size and behavior habits. Let both pets and owners enjoy a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing space.
Research: In order to reduce separation anxiety between dogs and their owners, researchers have explored how to create a safe and comfortable living space through furniture settings. Studies have shown that designing furniture suitable for pet activities and rest can reduce the degree of separation anxiety in pets. For example, providing a comfortable pet house, and considering the placement of the pet house in the furniture layout, the owner can accompany the pet up close, which is also an important factor in reducing separation anxiety, thereby promoting a closer and healthier relationship between pets and owners.
Inspiration: "Barkitecture" is an interior design trend that means considering dogs, cats, and other pets when redesigning houses. In other words, it is a space planning that puts animals first. In addition, for pet owners who often hold family gatherings, a pet cabin is essential. Both dogs and cats are overwhelmed and even feel pain due to unexpected crowds and loud noise. Therefore, having an undisturbed private space is crucial for their happiness.
Project Duration: The project started in Zhengzhou in January 2024 and was completed in Zhengzhou in September 2024.
Operation Flow: Island Pet House can meet the needs of both pets and owners. For pets, Island Pet House can be placed in the bedroom to provide a "private" leisure place closer to the owner. The front door can be kept open or closed as needed to allow sufficient ventilation and light to enter, making pets happy. For owners, Island Pet House can be used as a low cabinet and equipped with built-in sockets, providing storage and charging functions.
Team Members: Zhe Gao
Bingyue Zhu
Youjin Song