When the Basket Becomes Furniture
Only yesterday, welcoming a dog or cat was synonymous with aesthetic compromise. Today, that equation is reversed. Pet furniture transcends its simple utilitarian function to become a constituent element of interior design, thought through with as much care as a sofa or a bookcase.
With 13.5 million cats and 7.3 million dogs in France, and owners spending an average of 800 euros a year on accessories, the market has reached critical mass. Social networks propagated a new demand: sharing one’s living space. Urban owners began to ask: why not furniture for pets as beautiful as that for humans?
Aesthetic features: Materials and shapes
Design furniture for pets is based on clear principles. Clean lines meet organic shapes. A hierarchy of materials: noble woods (walnut, solid oak), brushed metals (brass, stainless steel), exceptional textiles (washed linen, corduroy, bouclette wool, full-grain leather).
CertiPur-certified memory foam, Oeko-Tex fabrics, high-density felt – these innovations deliver comfort and ecological responsibility. The techniques used distinguish our top-of-the-range products: manual upholstery, handcrafted assembly, spring suspension. These are no longer industrial objects, but creations conceived as inhabitable sculptures.
Between Tradition and Innovation
Divan Poilu: Orthopedics as Luxury
In the world of contemporary design, animal comfort is earning its spurs. With Divan Poilu, dog bedding is no longer a mere accessory, but a genuine decorative object. Designed as little sofas for demanding companions, these divans combine elegance, ergonomics and French know-how.
Born of an owner’s desire to create the ideal bedding for her dog Tofu, the Divan Poilu home rests on three unshakeable pillars: orthopedic comfort, impeccable aesthetics and ecological awareness. Each model is designed to offer optimal orthopedic support, thanks to dual-density memory foam that precisely follows the animal’s curves while preserving joint comfort. Aesthetically, the finishes rival those of top-of-the-range furniture: Oeko-Tex-certified bouclette fabric, neutral colors, minimalist lines.
Divan Poilu offers several finely thought-out shapes: wrap-around for anxious dogs seeking security, with armrests for those who like to rest their heads in relaxation. This plurality reveals a deep understanding of canine temperaments.
With Divan Poilu, the line between furniture and cocoon is blurred. Design becomes tender, beauty becomes functional, and comfort is simply shared.
A sleek, comfortable bed designed as a miniature sofa for our four-legged friends.
Bagane: From domestic interior to upscale hospitality
With Maison Bagane, the decorating palette now extends to four-legged companions. The baskets are no longer just bedding: they’re real interior pieces combining elegant lines, premium finishes and absolute comfort. Made in Europe in an eco-responsible way, the creations come in corduroy, curly fabrics or woven natural grasses, so that the animal can find its nest in style.
Bagane has established itself as a major player in the democratization of designer pet furniture in France. Their Autumn-Winter 2025 collection crystallizes today’s aspirations: thermal comfort, minimalist design, trendy colors and hypoallergenic materials. Here, aesthetics serve well-being.
But Bagane goes far beyond this, reinventing pet hospitality in the luxury hotel sector by offering fully-customizable Pet-Friendly kits for hotels, B&Bs and B&Bs. Top-of-the-range furniture, removable and washable covers, tailor-made welcome boxes, branded souvenirs – every detail transforms a stay into a memorable experience.
Designer bedding for dog or cat, with shape memory, made in Europe, combining comfort and elegance.
Cloud 7: Fair Trade and Elegance
Founded in 2010 by Petra Jungebluth, a fashion designer before designing for dogs, Cloud 7 embodies an alternative vision of pet luxury. No price inflation, no aesthetic superfluity, but a stubborn pursuit of quality. The fabrics, selected in Europe, combine durability and beauty. The shades – beige, anthracite grey, deep blue – reflect a timeless contemporary aesthetic palette. Each product is manufactured by small German family-run mills according to fair trade principles.
Handcrafted bedding in water hyacinth and striped organic linen, a natural, durable design for your dog’s elegant comfort.
Bogarel: Sculptural Design and Responsibility
Bogarel reinvents the pet space as a true design element. The Harmony cat or dog basket provides an unparalleled space for your pet to relax, its playful shape adding a touch of whimsy to your interior. But far from being superficial, this design reveals a profound philosophy: combining aesthetics and ecological awareness.
Removable cover in recycled natural fibers, recyclable foam interior, machine washable-each detail provides practicality and durability. Made in Portugal by craftsmen, 100% from eco-responsible and European materials, PETA-certified and GRS-certified fabric, the Harmony basket embodies this new generation of uncompromising animal furniture. It’s a design that assumes its nature as an inhabited sculpture, while respecting the planet.
A sculptural bed with organic lines, where design meets animal comfort in an elegant velvet finish.
Barbour : British Elegance
Barbour, the iconic British brand of timeless elegance, brings its own universe to animal furniture. Its baskets in oiled or quilted cotton feature the brand’s iconic classic tartan. Available in three sizes, these baskets combine British country comfort with refined design. Fully removable and machine washable, they embody the tradition of durable, elegant accessories. The Barbour tartan, a symbol of Scotland and British authenticity, lends a special presence to these bedspreads, perfect for classic or neo-rural interiors.
British elegance extends to canine bedding with this iconic Barbour basket, the perfect blend of tradition and comfort.
Bobochic: Sofa and basket harmony
Bobochic embodies a singular philosophy: that of total coherence between the owner’s furniture and that of his pet. The Paris-based brand applies its expertise in contemporary sofa design directly to dog beds, creating a true aesthetic symbiosis. The flagship SALTO and PLUTO collections are more than just beds, they’re miniature sofas designed to harmoniously match your personal sofa.
Available in several coverings: corduroy, faux fur, textured fabric and in four sizes, these baskets use exactly the same fabrics as the Bobochic sofas. This visual continuity transforms the interior into a coherent space where dog and owner share the same aesthetic universe. A CHELSEA sofa can thus find its animal double in SALTO corduroy, a harmonious dialogue of shapes and materials.
Bobochic also focuses on comfort engineering. Generous polyurethane foam padding, armrests designed for cervical support, thick structures that won’t sag – every detail provides that feeling of stability and well-being. This is why the basket should never be placed too far from the master sofa: the animal, naturally attracted by the proximity of its owner, will find in its Bobochic basket a refuge worthy of the name, located in the heart of the home.
A beige corduroy sofa that combines comfort and style, blending naturally into contemporary interiors.
Conclusion: When Aesthetics Becomes Ethics
Design furniture for pets is much more than a consumer trend. It’s a symptom of a profound ethical shift: the recognition that all life deserves dignity and comfort. These brands share a common conviction: a comfortable animal is a happy animal, and a happy animal makes its owner happy.
The aim remains simple, profoundly human: to create together, human and animal, spaces of beauty and well-being.
Also read Les animaux sont rois: design and luxury for dogs and cats
Architecte d’intérieur et chef de projet indépendant, j’allie expertise technique et sensibilité esthétique. Des travaux de structure aux finitions, j’ai développé une connaissance approfondie des matériaux, que je partage à travers l’écriture pour transmettre ma passion du design et de l’architecture
