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Homes Designed for Living with Cats｜Introduction to Architecture Firms｜A Home Designed to Support a Cat's Free‑Spirited Life
Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department
Cats favor vertical, three‑dimensional environments and relish observing the interior from elevated perches. Design strategies that harness feline behavior—such as catwalks, wall‑mounted shelving, and cat‑sized openings and passageways that permit free movement—introduce playfulness and spatial richness to a dwelling. Practical measures are equally essential, including the selection of scratch‑resistant materials and the design of litter areas to prevent the scattering of litter. Here we introduce architectural practices that carefully design residences for living with cats from an architectural perspective.
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Second-Floor Living｜Custom-built homes by architecture firms｜Enjoying Views and Light on the Upper Floor -
House with a Doma｜Case Studies｜Expanding the Scope of Living: A Space in the Home that Gently Connects Inside and Out -
A Residence for Relaxation｜Case Studies｜Incorporating Resort-like Serenity into Everyday Life: A Tranquil Space for Mindful Repose -
Garage Houses｜Case Studies｜The Charm of a Garage House, Where Hobbies and Daily Life Are Embraced Under One Roof, and Living and Cars Naturally Merge -
Single-Story Houses｜Introduction to Architecture Firms｜The richness of a home contained entirely on one level -
Circulation Flow｜Case Studies｜Connecting the Whole House: How a Circular Flow Enhances Household Efficiency and Family Connection