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The Purrfect House for Cats by Japanese Design Firm

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28 Sep 2011 8 views
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The Purrfect House for Cats by Japanese Design Firm
Does it make sense to design homes to cater to the enjoyment of cat and dog pet owners? The demand is there, at least in Japan, where Fauna Plus DeSIGN created a beautiful custom home for 16 cats.

Does it make sense to design homes to cater to the enjoyment of cat and dog pet owners?

The demand is there, at least in Japan, where Fauna Plus DeSIGN created a custom home for 16 cats. The heart of the home features a cat-climbing tree that serves as a spiral staircase leading up to a catwalk on the second floor of the unit.

 

(SEE the photos in Yahoo-Real Estate)

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