Industrial shipping containers inspired this concept pet carrier
Fountain Studio has come up with a playful pet carrier concept that hopes to alleviate the stress of travelling with your pet.
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LinkedinDesigned by Su Yeon Lee and the Fountain Studio, the Air Cage draws inspiration from shipping containers, and as such features a ribbed casing made from what looks like polycarbonate.
The hard-form reference of the container allows the pet to feel safe inside a rough aeroplane and is perfect for preventing rough and tumble of turbulence.
Meanwhile, inside the carrier is a food bowl, water bottle and even a place for pets to do their business.
The final concept is the product of design scales, shapes and proportions through 1:1 prototypes. In the later stages of research and development, the design team added a handle.
The final concept enables the movement of dogs over 5 kilograms. At the heart of the pet carrier concept is accessibility for the consumer — the unit is designed as part of a rental service to make it as cost-effective as possible for pet owners to use.
Air Cage: anxiety-alleviating pet travel
The concept carrier by Su Yeon Lee is fitted out with the latest technology and features a camera monitor for owners to keep an eye on their pet friend during the entirety of their trip.
Meanwhile, a separate card-like device lets users see their pets in real-time, so even when they’re separated, owners can ensure their safety, calming any worries they might have.
