There are plenty of pillows to choose from for our furry friends, such as round versions known as calming beds, designed to mimic a dog’s coat and serve as a nesting place on the floor. Offered in a range of materials from memory foam to polyester, these sleeping essentials are comfortable for pets, but lack style and often don’t match the rest of a home’s decor.
Hardman Designthe brooklyn-based studio known for its handcrafted wooden furniture, presented the LÜNA bed last fall as an addition to the original collection, which includes a side table, chair, bench and more. The headboard features a gentle architectural curve that provides visual softness and is now a customer favorite.
Hardman Design co-owners Erika Hardman and husband Liam look to their own household for inspiration, which includes their dogs Mio and Lue, each a husky-Labrador mix. They are beloved members of the family, with their own special toys and accessories. However, these objects have an aesthetic that is distinctly different from the main rooms of the residence. “We upgraded from one to the other, but they were always disconnected from the rest of the interior and still looked a lot like regular dog beds,” says Hardman.
As the creative director of the company, Erika decided that a reduced model of MOON would be perfect for fur babies. As with all Hardman Design branded furniture, this new dog bed is made from FSC certified wood, available in European oak or walnut. The edges and corners are rounded for a sleek profile that’s also secure. The proprietary slat system ensures support and promotes air circulation to keep the bed fresh.
The washable, waterproof pillow features raised sides that provide comfort during sleep. The cover can be easily removed and changed, and is offered in a range of fabrics and colours. Users can order a custom bed, with any preferred combination of wood or fabrics for true personalization.
Of course, Mio and Lue were quality assurance testers, as well as the large and small puppies of the staff members breed to get the proportions right. Standard width sizes range from 23 to 35 inches, so there’s plenty of room for a pooch or two to lounge around in the day. And the elevation gives the pups a view of what’s going on around them while they’re huddled.
Unveiled earlier this month, Hardman already has a few ideas for a pet feeding station, but for now she’s confident that this first dog bed will be used and appreciated as much as Hardman Design’s other offerings, which she gets a taste of through photos shared by customers. “We love seeing how these pieces become part of people’s lives,” he notes.
Studio photography by Serhii Savchenko. In situ photography by Fiona Walker-Arnott.
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