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Product Design

Pet Design: A Growing Market

Pet ownership in the US and the UK is on the rise, leading to growth in the market of related products and services. The latest trend is for products and services that mirror owners’ lifestyle choices. Stylus spotlights everything from social media narcissism to high-design furniture for furry friends. 

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17 May 2013
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