T-HOUSE
PRODUCT DESIGN
How do stray cats survive in winter? In China, the issue of stray cat survival has received close attention. T-house is a solution I came up with. It is a cat shelter created with PVC pipes that can be installed on fences. It provides warmth for stray cats and is also affordable, convenient, and simple.
BACKGROUND
Recently, the issue of stray cats’ survival during the winter has been an ongoing concern in China. After learning about some relevant data, I have come to realize the seriousness of this matter.
47million
The number of stray cats estimated to be present in China has reached 47 million.
60%
Among them, 60% of stray cats are estimated to perish due to freezing conditions during the winter.
72%
72% of the interviewed community residents expressed willingness to help solve the issue of stray cats.
Therefore, stray cats need solutions for the following three problems during winter.
Shelter
To seek refuge from winter weather.
Food
To stay nourished and energized in winter.
Care
Continued Care for Stray Cats Needed.
SOLUTION
For designing, I have decided to use PVC pipes as the primary material.
DURABILITY
PVC pipes can withstand outdoor conditions, increasing the lifespan of shelters.
LOW-COST
The production cost of PVC pipes is low.
WATER-PROOF
PVC pipes are waterproof, keeping the interior dry and comfy.
CUSTOMIZATION
PVC pipes can be easily customized to fit design and size needs.
Shelter
Food Container
T-HOUSE
SHELTER’S PARALLEL VIEW
FRONT VIEW
FRONT VIEW
FOOD CONTAINER’S PARALLEL VIEW
FRONT VIEW
FRONT VIEW
INSALL INSTRUCTION
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T-house Installation Instructions
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Feeding Container Installation Instructions
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Feeding Container Installation Instructions
WEBSITE DESIGN
In addition to getting stray cat shelters for their own community, I believe users would also be interested in knowing about nearby stray cat shelters. Therefore, I have established a map page on the website that allows users to see the exact locations of stray cat shelters around them.
36 Tuanjiehu
987 Birch Road, 10000
10 mi
36 Tuanjiehu
987 Birch Road, 10000
15 mi
Longtan
456 Long Avenue, 10002
15 mi
Dongdan Court
213 Xianghe Court, 10003
22 mi
Liulang Lane
321 Tan Road, 10004
35 mi
Dahongmen
987 Birch Road, 10000
40 mi
Shichahai
987 Majia Street, 10006
55 mi
Shibalidian
567 Jinbi Road, 10007
57 mi
T-HOUSE