There’s something so special about sharing your home with a pet; they just make everything better, don’t they? I think our spaces should be a total refuge for every single member of the family, furry ones included!
We’re seeing so many incredible ways to design our homes now, making them super comfortable and functional for our cats and dogs.
I’ve rounded up some absolutely awesome and beautiful pet-friendly home improvement ideas to get you started.
1. Crate and Console
This is such a smart way to get back some of your floor space! What we have here is a console table and a pet crate all in one.
The crate section is perfectly roomy for your dog, while the tabletop is great for showing off family photos, a favorite lamp, or other little treasures.
All you need to do is toss in a few comfy pet beds, and you’ve got a perfect little haven for your best friend.
2. Pet Lookout
Our pets are always so curious about what’s happening, both inside and outside the house. While our feline friends can easily hop up to use windows, our dogs don’t have that same ability.
A fantastic solution is to give them access to outdoor views with low windows, just like these glass panes along the bottom part of the wall.
3. Sisal Wall Posts
To help manage your cat’s wild zoomies, you could create a wall of sisal posts. This is a great way to channel their energy into climbing.
With the right tools, a bit of patience, and a free weekend, you can totally DIY this incredible wall. Just wrap some sisal rope around PVC pipes and secure it with glue.
Then, mount the pipes onto the wall. I think adding a few perches into the mix would be a great touch, too.
4. Under-the-stairs Den
Why not give your dog their very own room? This little lair under the stairs is just perfect.
It features a dog bed, cute frames on the wallpapered wall, its own light fixture, and a charming arched entrance with a wood accent. What a wonderful idea to make use of what’s often wasted space!
5. Minimalist Cat Art
This is so fun and quirky, but also sleek and modern! This minimalist wall art showcases simple line drawings of cats in black.
It really brings a fun and creative touch to otherwise neat and stark minimalist interiors. You could even DIY this fun art and put your own pets on display.
Adding a few pops of color could also jazz up the look.
6. Paw Print String Art
Here’s a chance to get creative while paying a sweet tribute to your pets with some paw print string art. You just start with a simple pattern traced on a piece of wood.
Then, add nails around the pattern and begin weaving the strings. I think using brightly colored strings gives it a great pop of color.
You can use it as a decorative wall feature or make it more functional, like a key holder or a letter holder.
7. Cat Beehive
I’m sure any cat would absolutely adore this stunning wall installation. The perches and hexagon crannies are arranged just like a beehive.
With all its puzzling openings, perches, and cozy nooks, this beehive will keep a curious cat entertained all day long. And it looks so cool on the wall, too!
8. Coffee Table Hammock
Cats just love to be right in the center of things. These curious little creatures always want to be included, but sometimes they also hate to be bothered.
This coffee table is so clever; it features a hammock right underneath. The glass top gives both you and your cat a better view of each other, and you can still use the table without your cat getting in the way!
9. Elegant Feeding Station
Every pet totally deserves a beautifully appointed feeding station like this one. Installed right under the kitchen island, it includes a ledge with two bowls and even has a faucet for easy cleaning.
The stunning marble on the walls and ledge is so chic, and the faucet perfectly matches the chrome bowls.
10. Cat Silhouettes
How cute are these decorative wall lamps? They are so fun and charming. The light fixtures are placed behind different cat shapes in silhouette.
By day, you get these minimalist black wall features, and by night, they turn into wall lamps. This would be perfect as a nightlight in a bedroom, or out on a veranda or in a hallway.
11. Dutch Doors
A classic dilemma for dog owners is wanting to enjoy the fresh air from outdoors without having their dogs bolt out.
Keeping your door open while your dog is safely contained inside is totally possible with Dutch doors. These are ideal for backdoors and walkouts that lead to a patio, the backyard, or a verandah.
12. Cute Cat Wall
This is such a great way to express your cat obsession! This cute and colorful cat mural is totally charming.
The fun doodle wall art uses pink, black, and grey, and features cats with different coats and patterns. I love the idea of creating your own custom cat wall that showcases your own feline family.
13. Pet Station
It’s so nice to keep all your pet paraphernalia in one place. A pet station cabinet like this helps keep the clutter at bay and provides a dedicated space for all your pet items.
Kibbles, feeding bowls, treats, leashes, and even their toys are given a spot. The smart design includes a drawer with a niche for feeding bowls and a flip-door for kibble storage.
14. Cats and Steps
For so many homes, books and cats are absolute mainstays. This creatively designed bookcase includes steps, which let the cats navigate the shelves without disturbing any of the books.
The very top shelf also doubles as a cat ledge where they can enjoy an undisturbed nap. What a perfect combination!
15. Comfy Bed Retreat
The mudroom or the foyer can be great places to create a comfy retreat for your dog. These spots are easier to clean, and it gives your pup their own little territory.
This cozy nook features a pair of comfy dog beds placed just under a floating console shelf. A water bowl, some pillows, and a rug are all you need to complete the room.
16. Rabbit Room
Rabbits are such popular farm pets, but more city dwellers are bringing these lovable creatures home. While outdoor warrens are the best for rabbits, an indoor enclosure is recommended for city homes.
This one features a grass ground, glass window walls, and secure walls and doors to keep the rabbits safely inside at all times.
17. Cabinet Entrance
Sometimes you just don’t want to disrupt a more formal setting like the living room, and adding pet improvements can be a bit challenging.
But this doggy door is so creative; it’s hidden by a cabinet so that nobody would even know it’s there if you chose to hide it. What a brilliant solution!
18. Secret Dog Door
This smartly designed secret dog door also serves as a little lair and sleeping nook. It’s disguised as one of the kitchen cabinets, and behind that door, you’ll find comfy bedding and a side door to the outside.
You can just lock the door to keep your dog inside or outside, and either way, they have a comfy spot to sleep.
19. Litter Cabinet
You can totally conceal the unsightly litter box inside this elegant sideboard. The chic white cabinet has a side cat door, an upper shelf for cleaning items, and a roomy main area for the litter box.
From the outside, it just looks like an elegant console sideboard with a mirror and decor on display.
20. Cat Cave
You can give your cat a stylish little haven that also looks amazing with your home interiors. This cat cave is designed to look like a tiny house and it even comes with a scratching post and wheels.
The front part includes a lounging ledge, while the inside features a comfy mattress for naps.
21. Sliding Dog Gate
It can be so hard to keep dogs from getting into the kitchen, especially if they associate it with food. A sliding dog gate is a fantastic way to keep them out without putting up a permanent barrier.
I especially love this elegant dog gate with its frosted glass panel. So chic!
22. Luxury Cat Condo
Sometimes, simple crates just won’t do for your awesome kitty. This fabulous condo will provide comfort, encourage activity, and give your cats access to higher levels.
It’s got glass walls, perches, boxes, a sisal pole, and a litter compartment. Plus, it comes with wheels so you can move it around easily.
23. Kitty Floaters
Cat floaters, or cat clouds, are basically perches and ramps designed for cats to enjoy and explore the high places in your house.
This particular wall installation includes boxes with decorative carvings, perches, and stairs. It will give your cat access to higher places and let them exercise their natural climbing instincts.
24. Potty Patch
Of course, it’s best for dogs to do their business outside on walks. But for city dwellers who don’t have a backyard or for senior dogs who can’t go on long walks anymore, this balcony potty patch is a brilliant idea.
It can also serve as a great little outdoor spot where you and your pet can enjoy the sunshine and fresh air together.
25. Dog Room
Give your furry buddy his own little domain! This doggy cage comes with a mattress for comfort and is spacious enough for your dog to move around in.
I think putting the doggy room in the laundry is a great way to utilize unused space efficiently. It provides a peaceful and quiet spot for your dog and is so much easier to clean.
26. DIY Cat Bed
Who says awesome cat beds have to come with a steep price tag?
This adorable double-decker cat bed is made from recycled produce crates, which are stacked at an angle and secured with a wood panel that also serves as a scratching board.
Just toss in some pillows, and your cats are all set for some comfy naps.
27. Vertical Cat Playground
We all know cats love climbing, perching, and hanging out on high ledges. This modern home has done such a good job of integrating a vertical cat playground without disrupting its minimalist look.
The floating shelves are installed at random and can be used as cat steps, perches, or even display shelves. There’s also a catwalk installed near the ceiling, giving cats plenty of room to roam and sleep.
28. Furry Mural
This is such a creative and fun way to add a pop of color to any room! Whether it’s the bedroom or the family room, this cat and dog wallpaper brings in so much furry fun.
You could even DIY a wall mural and feature your very own pets!
29. Furry Mural
Why not showcase your furry friends right on your walls with a custom-designed mural? You could commission an artist to create and paint the design for you.
Another great option is to use software to transform a photo of your pet into a design and have it printed on a wall sticker.
30. Pet Shower Nook
A dog who loves water totally deserves their own shower area. I think it’s a great idea to install a doggy shower somewhere that’s easy to clean and where you won’t mind a few water splashes.
The laundry room or the far end of the kitchen would be just perfect for a project like this.
31. Discreet Pet Door
A discreet pet door like this one will give your furry babies access to any room in the house without you having to keep your doors open.
This pet door is installed at the bottom of the wall and is totally obscured by the storage shelving. It’s so discreet, efficient, and functional.
32. Murphy Dog Bed
This dog bed is amazing; it transforms into an awesome side table when it’s not being used. A Murphy pet bed is so accessible because it’s easy to hide away when necessary.
Outfitted with a comfortable bed cushion, it provides a cozy space for your furry friend to rest on.
33. Corner Climbers
Cats are natural explorers and just love heights. This cat climber wall comes with perches and ramps that will totally engage your kitty to climb and explore.
Its corner location keeps the cat and their climbing adventures out of the way. I’d add a couple of bigger, more comfortable perches where your cat can rest and nap.
34. Cat Scratcher
Every single cat parent knows that cat scratchers are the ultimate furniture saver. Without one, cats will turn to your sofas, beds, and chairs for their scratching needs.
This wall-mounted cat scratcher is so modern and sleek, and it blends in well with almost any interior design theme.
