This month we are giving away a brand new product from Whisker Studio! It’s their new Pillow Box Cat Bed. This is a great idea! It’s an easy way to turn a regular old pillow into a stylish and functional cat bed. The solid wood box is the perfect size to hold a standard bed [...]
Continue reading...30. June 2012
Some of the most beautiful design for cats comes from The Netherlands. Kenzi is one Dutch company that offers very stylish, modern cat furniture, including litter boxes, scratchers, and beds. I first spotted some of these pieces in the incredible PurrfectDesign retail store in Antwerp. Each piece is simple and elegant and appears to be [...]
Continue reading...15. June 2012
Kitties everywhere, rejoice! The Original Brawny Cat Scratch’n Slumber Comfort Lounge is back! This fabulous cat lounge is a favorite with my cats, and we were sad to see that Brawny Cat had discontinued it, but due to demand, it’s back in stock. The original Scratch’n Slumber Comfort Lounge is one of the largest cat [...]
Continue reading...14. June 2012
We’ve been a bit quiet on the giveaways lately, so we’re making up for it with something spectacular! Here’s your chance to win one of my favorite pieces of modern cat furniture, the Kitty Ball Bed from The Refined Feline! This fabulous raised cat bed is the perfect size for kitty and looks like a [...]
Continue reading...7. June 2012
Here’s some faux fur feline finery that would work well in a modern or eclectic interior. It’s a new modern pet lounge from Fantasy Furniture. This little orange kitty looks very comfy on the luxurious chocolate faux mink cover (which I’m hoping is removable and washable, but it doesn’t say). $99.99 on Amazon.
Continue reading...5. June 2012
I know, it’s summer, but even in the warmer weather, I keep finding my kids curled up in their cozy caves. What is it with cats and warm napping spots? I write about a lot of very nice — and very expensive — cat cave beds, so I thought I’d do a roundup of some [...]
Continue reading...3. June 2012
This exquisite line of modern pet furniture debuted recently at Milan Design Week. Chimère is by French design company Bloom Room and includes pet beds, a covered cat litter box, and several other pieces for small critters, all with incredible modern forms and finishes. No details on availability or pricing yet. I’ll keep you posted. via Dog-Milk
Continue reading...2. June 2012
I had to share this because it’s pretty hilarious, plus it makes some fairly big claims that, if they are true, might actually change the world — or at least the pet product design world. It’s a pet bed in the form of a funky shark, made with reflective material that will “shoot laser beams” [...]
Continue reading...14. May 2012
Every once in a while, someone sends me a new cat product to test and I am blown away by the sheer brilliance of the concept. This is one of those products. It’s the Kitty Cradle, a simple idea that makes you smack your head and say “Of course! Why didn’t I think of that?” [...]
Continue reading...5. May 2012
Check out this awesome project from Lucia Martinez over at The Hairpin! It’s a rustic cat bed, complete with sisal scratcher, made out of an old wooden shipping pallet. Brilliant! Get all the details here.
Continue reading...3. May 2012
What a face! This adorable little model sure does look cozy in these gorgeous handmade felted cat caves from Etsy seller Grazim. Each cat cave is made from natural wool using a wet felting technique. They are very modern and cool looking! The cat caves listed in Grazim’s Etsy shop measure about 15″ wide and [...]
Continue reading...9. April 2012
I’m always posting things that are only available in the US, but we have tons of overseas readers, especially in the UK. Well, here’s one for you! This cool looking raised banana leaf cat bed seems to only be available in the UK. It gives kitty a soft cushion that’s raised off the floor. This beautiful [...]
Continue reading...1. April 2012
I first introduced The Bloq from Dutch company Binq Design in January, and everyone loved the multi-functionality of this side-table with a built-in cat bed below. Binq has just released two new versions of The Bloq and they’re offering winner’s choice for our April monthly giveaway! The Bloq now comes in two styles that are perfect [...]
Continue reading...30. March 2012
Brawny Cat just released a brand new line of quality cat furniture that you are going to love. It’s the new Comfy Collection, featuring handcrafted, solid walnut frames topped with a sisal mat and two comfy bolsters. The collection includes two lounges that sit on the floor and the loft, which can hang anywhere on a [...]
Continue reading...24. March 2012
Is your home bi-petual? We first heard this term on 20/20 a couple of weeks ago in an interview with Jackson Galaxy. According to Jackson, ”We have to stop this ridiculousness of classifying ourselves. I’m a cat guy, I’m a dog guy. I’m ‘bi-petual.’” Well, here at Moderncat, we normally focus only on the feline, but [...]
Continue reading...23. March 2012
New from Moderncat Studio, these one-of-a-kind Moroccan-inspired cat beds are sure to be a hit with your Bohemian kitty. Each Purrocco is handcrafted using 100% upcycled materials including felted wool sweaters, denim jeans, and recycled fabric. The sturdy foam insert creates slightly raised sides and a thick cushioned base, perfect for a snuggly catnap. Every [...]
Continue reading...22. March 2012
If anyone can be considered the grande dame of modern cat design, it would be Elizabeth Paige Smith. She did it first and, in my opinion, she still does it best. It’s been a while since I’ve checked in at the Kittypod website to see what’s new, and look what I found! First, she has [...]
Continue reading...17. March 2012
Modern cat products are springing up all around the world. The latest offering is from a new company called KittiCraft, located in South Africa. KittiCraft launched with an impressive line of perches, beds, and scratchers all made using CNC laser cut cardboard and MDF. To reduce shipping costs, most items ship flat-packed and are assembled by [...]
Continue reading...14. March 2012
Here’s a perfect springtime giveaway from our friend Alicia over at The Cat Farm! It’s her new Cat Bowl Bed in a beautiful plum and cream bird and floral print. These handmade cat beds have soft sides and a layer of cushy quilt batting to create the perfect cozy spot for a nap. One lucky reader [...]
Continue reading...6. March 2012
Looking for a special cat bed that matches your ultra-mod decor? Then check out this line of luxury pet furniture from LazyBonezz. Solid wood with a high gloss finish and stainless steel accents give these pieces a very contemporary look, and thick, comfy cushions with washable microfiber covers are guaranteed to attract kitty for an [...]
Continue reading...5. March 2012
There was quite a commotion yesterday when I posted the PetFusion Cat Scratcher Lounge and it sold out almost immediately. Apparently, this is a popular item! It looks like it’s back in stock, at least for now. Still listed with the sale price of $54.95 on Amazon. Go get ‘em!
Continue reading...4. March 2012
Kitty will love this special piece of furniture made just for her. It’s the PetFusion Cat Scratcher Lounge made of sturdy corrugated cardboard in a curvy modern shape. It’s the perfect place to lounge and scratch, plus you won’t have to hide it when guests come over. Normally $99.95, on sale now for just $54.95 at [...]
Continue reading...27. February 2012
Here’s a really unique design for a pet bed. It’s from Etsy seller SassMuffins. These beds are made with removable side pillows, making them very easy to wash. You can also remove the pillows to fold the bed flat for easy portability. The bed comes with a drawstring bag for travel or storage. Each bed [...]
Continue reading...25. February 2012
One of the most exquisite pieces of mid-century modern inspired cat furniture, the Canopy Lounge, is available right now at a deep discount on the daily design deal site Fab.com. This beautiful piece of handcrafted cat furniture is normally $790, but you can get it for a limited time for $592. That’s still a chunk [...]
Continue reading...20. February 2012
Here’s a stylish little cat hideaway from Bowsers. It’s the Cat Loft, made with faux leather for an urban chic (and cruelty-free) look. The cushions on top and inside have zippered microvelvet covers. Perfect for a modern loft or other contemporary interior, and I’m sure the kitties would love to perch on top or nest inside. [...]
1. July 2012
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