Barkitecture
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Pampering your pets isn’t enough anymore. Try animal-first...architecture. In 2022, people will redesign their homes with Fido and Felix at the forefront, from luxury dog rooms to “catified” homes. Millennial, Gen X and Boomer pet parents are driving this trend.
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Don’t expect basic decor tips from Rashida Banks. This home design creator likes to go one step further with her projects, like the mini apartment she made for her dog. Follow Rashida for cheeky ways to elevate your place, especially for your furry friends.
“My dog is my family. So naturally, a dog bed doesn’t cut it. (Yes, I’m a certified dog mom.) I design my home to create a specific space that’s just for my fur baby. It’s funny when you say it out loud, but I just love my dog so much.”
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Barkitecture in Brazil
One country that’ll be at the forefront of Barkitecture in 2022 is Brazil. With searches like pink luxury dog room and cat pillow on the rise, Brazil will pioneer the practice of redesigning living spaces to best accommodate their pets in 2022. Pet palace, anyone?
Target pet lovers and help them design everything from custom dog-washing stations to glam cat corners in their homes. Because Lulu deserves a little luxury too.
Create video ad tutorials to help pet people upcycle their old furniture. Feature DIY ideas like transforming a used cabinet into a doggy day bed and promote accessories like new cushions to help complete the transformation.
Pets love a good dessert, too. Use video ads to encourage people to make homemade treats for their furry friends like peanut butter pumpkin biscuits.
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