Revolutionizing Pet Living: Cubiventure's Expandable Abode

Shibing Yang's Cubiventure: A Dynamic Pet House for Modern Lifestyles

Discover how Cubiventure redefines pet housing with its innovative expandable design, catering to the needs of a growing pet economy and the shift towards outdoor living.

As the pet economy flourishes and outdoor living becomes a staple, the demand for versatile pet accommodations has soared. Shibing Yang's latest creation, Cubiventure, emerges as a beacon of innovation in this sector. This pet house stands out with its space-saving, multi-functional design, inspired by the expandable campervan concept. It's a solution that not only adapts to the size of growing pets but also to the changing lifestyles of pet owners.

Cubiventure's unique properties lie in its ability to expand and contract like a set of drawers, doubling its capacity when required. This feature ensures that the pet house grows with the pet, offering a practical solution for young, small pets and adjusting as they mature. The design's versatility extends to its convertible roof and door, transforming the unit into a pet campervan for outdoor adventures, thus enhancing the pet's living experience.

The construction of Cubiventure utilizes wood plastic composite board, a sustainable, lightweight, and durable material commonly employed in the construction industry. This choice reflects a commitment to sustainability and practicality. The production process, akin to furniture manufacturing, leverages the expertise of furniture factories to craft a pet house that is as sturdy as it is stylish.

Technical specifications of Cubiventure reveal meticulous attention to detail. With dimensions of 600 mm x 600 mm x 600 mm in its normal state and 1150 mm x 600 mm x 600 mm when expanded, it offers ample space for pets. The design team, including Shibing Yang, Yu Ren, and Shuipeng Wu, has ensured that the pet house meets a wide range of consumer needs through extensive research on pet sizes and housing requirements.

Interacting with Cubiventure is a breeze. Expansion involves a simple lift and pull mechanism, akin to opening a drawer, while the rooftop tent setup is facilitated by steel rods and inserts in the mainframe. The front canvas door can be rolled up or down effortlessly, secured with a strap when not in use. This user-friendly design ensures that pet owners can easily adapt the house to various settings, whether indoors or out.

The development of Cubiventure, from inception in March 2023 to completion in June 2023, was driven by a desire to innovate within the stagnant pet house market. The design team's research highlighted the need for a flexible, durable, and aesthetically pleasing pet house, leading to the creation of a product that addresses the issues of size suitability and adaptability for pet owners.

Confronting the challenge of balancing technical feasibility with financial practicality, the team collaborated with production experts to identify suitable materials and components. The result is a pet house that is not only easy to use and visually appealing but also built to last. Cubiventure's recognition with the Iron A' Design Award in 2024 underscores its success in integrating industry best practices and delivering a product that enhances the lives of pets and their owners.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd
Image Credits: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd
Project Team Members: Shibing Yang Yu Ren Shuipeng Wu
Project Name: Cubiventure
Project Client: Ziel Home Furnishing Technology Co., Ltd


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