Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu

Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Tiaki Kararehe, Taonga Tākaro, Rauemi me ngā Hua mō ngā Kararehe Competition Category.

ParahiTiaki Kararehe· 2025

Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe

by Zhe Gao and Bingyue Zhu

Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Tiaki Kararehe Category

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The Design

About Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe

Tuhinga Pukapuka: Ko Island he whare kararehe i hoahoatia mō te whakamahi i roto i ngā kāinga hou o ēnei rā. Ko te hoahoa kāore he waka pūkoro e whakaaro ana ki te whakaiti i te āwangawanga o ngā kurī me te pupuri tata i ngā kararehe ki ō rātou rangatira. Ka taea te tuku kia tuwhera, kia kati rānei te kūaha o mua hei whakahaere i te kōkiritanga hau me te māramatanga. He mea hanga a Island mai i te papa rākau (plywood), ā, ko te papa kūaha he mea hanga mai i te akiriki me te whakarewa. Ka tata rua tekau meneti te wā mō te whakahiato mā te mīhini rima-tapa (hexagonal wrench) me te kaiwiri kōpani. Ko te whare kararehe hoki e mahi ana hei kāpata poto me ōna pūira whakauru whakauta, e tāpiri ana i ngā mahi rokiroki taonga me te whakakī hiko. Nā ngā rārangi ngāwari i āhei ai te hoahoa kia tau ki ngā whare noho o ēnei rā.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Island Mahi Tuatahi: Whare Kararehe i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

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