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Catzz بلی کا بستر by Mirko Vujicic

Catzz بلی کا بستر by Mirko Vujicic is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 A' Design Award پلاٹینم انعام in پالتو جانوروں کی دیکھ بھال، کھلونے، سامان اور جانوروں کی مصنوعات ڈیزائن Competition Category.


پلاٹینمپالتو جانوروں کی دیکھ بھال· 2020

Catzz بلی کا بستر

by Mirko Vujicic

Client: Mirko Vujicic

A' Design Award پلاٹینم انعام Winner in پالتو جانوروں کی دیکھ بھال Category

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The Design

About Catzz بلی کا بستر

کیٹز بلی کے بستر کو ڈیزائن کرتے وقت ، بلیوں اور مالکان کی ضروریات سے بھی متاثر ہوا ، اور تقریب ، سادگی اور خوبصورتی کو متحد کرنے کی ضرورت ہے۔ بلیوں کا مشاہدہ کرتے ہوئے ، ان کی انوکھی جیومیٹری خصوصیات نے صاف ستھری اور پہچاننے والی شکل کو متاثر کیا۔ کچھ خصوصیات والے طرز عمل (جیسے کان کی نقل و حرکت) بلی کے صارف کے تجربے میں شامل ہوگ became۔ نیز ، مالکوں کو ذہن میں رکھتے ہوئے ، اس کا مقصد یہ تھا کہ وہ فرنیچر کا ایک ٹکڑا بنائے جس کو وہ اپنی مرضی کے مطابق بناسکے اور فخر کے ساتھ ڈسپلے کرسکیں۔ مزید یہ کہ آسان دیکھ بھال کو یقینی بنانا ضروری تھا۔ یہ سبھی چیکنا ، ہندسی ڈیزائن اور ماڈیولر ڈھانچہ قابل بناتا ہے۔

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award پلاٹینم انعام

Catzz بلی کا بستر A' Design Award پلاٹینم انعام کا فاتح ہے، جو حقیقی طور پر استثنائی، نفیس اور شاندار ڈیزائنز کو دیا جانے والا انتہائی باوقار اعتراف ہے۔ پلاٹینم کے فاتحین تخلیق کے شاہکار ہیں، فکری تخلیقی صلاحیت کی حدود کا ثبوت ہیں، اور اپنے ڈیزائنرز کی بے مثال پیشہ ورانہ مہارت اور ذہانت کو ظاہر کرتے ہیں۔ ان ڈیزائنز سے توقع کی جاتی ہے کہ وہ سب سے مشہور کام ہوں گے جو ایک دور کی جمالیات متعین کرتے، معاشرے کی فلاح میں حصہ ڈالتے اور فن، سائنس، ڈیزائن اور ٹیکنالوجی کی حدود کو آگے بڑھاتے ہیں۔ Catzz بلی کا بستر بلند ترین درجے کی عمدگی کا مظاہرہ کرتا ہے اور اپنی مفید اور قیمتی خصوصیات سے دنیا کو بلا شبہ ایک بہتر جگہ بناتا ہے۔ Catzz بلی کا بستر A' Design Award پلاٹینم انعام جیتنے والا کام ہے جو خواہشات کو ابھارتا، متاثر کرتا، پرجوش کرتا، خوش کرتا اور عظیم مسرت کو جنم دیتا ہے۔

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Catzz cat bed relies on clean and contemporary design, which is the result of careful thinking and research in order to make a perfect combination of functionality, content and form. The modularity of the product enables personalization, reconfiguration, easy maintenance and conveniently flat packaging.
Dimensions & Packaging
Product dimensions:
Width: 570 mm
Depth: 580 mm
Height: 610 mm

Triangular module (equilateral triangle) specifications:
Edge dimension: 288 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Tags
cat bed, pet furniture, pet supplies, cat toys
Production Technology
Triangular modules are made from felt pieces and plastic plates, all cut by a laser. Two felt pieces are glued to a plastic plate in the middle, and the hems of felt pieces are sewn. Each module corner has a snap fastener stud attached. Assembly connectors, made from metal by cutting and bending, have snap fastener sockets attached. Modules used for "ears" do not have a plastic plate, but only two pieces of felt sewn together, and have fabric connectors because the "ears" need flexibility.
Design Challenge
After the research, a clear need for a cat bed that assembles and disassembles easily, but is sturdy at the same time, arose. The challenge was not to use any screws and to avoid using tools. I needed something simple. Therefore, I opted for snap fasteners to connect the triangular modules reliably and plastic plates to strengthen them within, making modules thin and sturdy. As a result, those modules can fit into a flat packaging which is simple to transport.
Research
The purpose of the research was to gain insight into cat owners' needs and wishes regarding cat furniture and toys. First, a survey was conducted in March, 2019. The total of 250 participants completed the survey anonymously. The results showed that most participants valued these characteristics most (in decreasing order): ease of cleaning, ability to personalize it, contemporary design, and reasonable price. Secondly, using prototypes, the functionality and ergonomics were tested.
Inspiration
I was inspired by my own cat in terms of both form and function. Distinct geometry in my cat facial features guided the form of design, whereas her movement and behavior inspired the interactive aspect. The material was chosen to fit the cat needs for a warm and snugly environment, which felt provides. Knowing that cats are always on the lookout for the perfect hiding and resting spot and that their preferences vary, it was important for me to provide the possibility for adaptation.
Project Duration
The idea was born in Belgrade, in the beginning of 2019. It was followed by numerous sketches and mock-up models, and searches for different kinds of materials. In September 2019, after having finalized the design, I made the prototype. The prototype enabled an insight into the product's minor flaws, which were dealt with. Afterwards, technical specifications and production technology were defined in January 2020.
Operation Flow
Catzz cat bed can be easily disassembled if needed to be washed, transported or reconfigured. It comes in different colors so that it can match the cat color or complement the space. Also, it can be transformed in three variants to fit the cat personality and needs (e.g. more or less privacy or warmth). It comes with a cat toy tied to Catzz cat bed ear by an elastic string, which makes the ear move when the cat plays with the toy, and if there is more than one cat, they can join the play.

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