DESIGN /
PRODUCT
March 23, 2024
A beautiful, artful space for your cat.
LA CHATON
A special place where cats can be cats, living as they please.
LA CHATON, which develops products that enrich the lives of cats and people, will launch its Cat Tree House on Monday, April 1, 2024. It achieves both aesthetic beauty as an interior piece and comfort for cats.
Text by Kei Sugiyama
Enriching life with cats through meticulous design and functionality
LA CHATON introduces an ideal product for both cats and humans, offering a space where cats can live as they please, while also enhancing the interior aesthetics and uplifting the mood of the household. The design focuses on satisfying cats' instincts, visual appeal, and durability.
Cats love to be free-spirited, whether they want to be left alone or play with all their might. The Cat Tree House is designed with a multi-layered structure that stimulates a cat's curiosity, featuring play areas and resting spots that double as hiding places.
Crafted from oak and meticulously finished by skilled artisans, this piece offers a sense of satisfaction and value unattainable from mass-produced items. Its elegant presence also makes a striking interior statement.



Featuring rare oak, appreciating with age
Oak is a deciduous broad-leaved tree belonging to the Quercus genus. It is a high-grade wood often used for furniture, flooring, and interior finishes. While widely distributed throughout Japan, from Hokkaido to Kyushu, its demand has been increasing both domestically and internationally, making it difficult to obtain and driving up prices.
Its wood grain is beautiful and warm, characterized by fine vertical lines and a wavy pattern. Available in shades from pale yellow to medium brown, it deepens in color over time, developing a rich, amber hue.
By appreciating its blend of modernity and warmth, one can savor its natural beauty and commanding presence. Regular maintenance with oil or wax will further enhance its aged patina.
With the rise of pets developing allergies, we have also paid close attention to the finishes, ensuring durability, ease of maintenance, and safety.
Collaboration with HIROSHI ITO
This product is a collaboration with wood creator HIROSHI ITO, produced by anicecompany. HIROSHI ITO is a unique creator who transitioned from temple carpentry to hairdressing, rapidly establishing himself as a popular hair stylist. In 2011, he launched Japan's first JOHN MASTERS ORGANICS head spa salon in partnership with a select shop in Fukuoka, which garnered attention for its groundbreaking aesthetic. This led him to design store fixtures for Porter Classic, led by Katsuyuki Yoshida, and gain recognition as a wood creator.
He later successfully completed a treehouse project for PHAETON, a select shop in Ishikawa Prefecture known for its distinctive style. Currently, he showcases his talent across a wide range of fields, from product design to interior and architectural design. His product designs, which maximize the beauty of wood materials, are highly supported and acclaimed by many creators.
Adding artistic beauty to life with your beloved cat
Utilizing rare, carefully selected wood and a simple, functional, yet rational and beautiful design that seamlessly integrates into a stylish lifestyle. The rhythmic steps, clear structure, and artisanal craftsmanship embody not only practicality but also artistic beauty.
Cat Tree House
Size | W660×D760×H1480 mm
Weight | 22kg
Country of Origin | Japan
Material | Oak
Price | ¥440,000
Release Date | April 1, 2024 (Monday)
Size | W660×D760×H1480 mm
Weight | 22kg
Country of Origin | Japan
Material | Oak
Price | ¥440,000
Release Date | April 1, 2024 (Monday)
Inquiries
La Carpe
Tel. 03-3497-8776 (Weekdays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
https://lachaton.jp