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Patios to Catios: Shared Outdoor Spaces for You and Your Cat

Patios to catios are transformations that turn traditional outdoor patios and porches into secure, enriching environments where cats can safely experience the outdoors. These spaces can range from simple, enclosed areas to more elaborate setups that seamlessly blend with your home's design. The huge benefit of these catios is that they serve as shared spaces, allowing both humans and their feline companions to relax and enjoy the fresh air together. From cozy front porches to expansive backyard patios, explore our collection of cat patios ideas and previous projects to inspire your own catio transformation.

Backyard patio to Catio with Barn Doors and Elevated Lookout

This beautifully designed catio, stained in a natural cedar tone, combines rustic charm with modern functionality. Featuring elegant hand-made barn-style doors and an elevated lookout area, this outdoor enclosure offers a perfect blend of safety and aesthetics. The catio is reinforced with 1"x1" heavy-duty mesh, ensuring a secure environment while providing unobstructed views and fresh air circulation. Inside, multiple climbing platforms, a cozy hideaway box, a bubble dome bed, a tall scratching post, and a bridge offer endless opportunities for the cats to explore, lounge, and play. This catio not only enhances the home's exterior but also creates a shared outdoor space where both humans and cats can relax and enjoy together.

Side view of a barn-door style catio with natural cedar finish, showcasing a safe and spacious area for cats with heavy-duty 1x1 mesh.

Spacious catio interior with natural cedar stain, barn-style doors, heavy-duty 1x1 mesh, climbing platforms, and a cozy hideaway for cats.

Exterior view of a barn-door catio with a natural cedar stain, featuring a secure mesh enclosure and lookout areas for cats to enjoy the outdoors.

Interior view of a catio showcasing a bridge and cozy resting area, stained in natural cedar with heavy-duty 1x1 mesh for safety and visibility.

A cat exploring a wooden bridge in a beautifully crafted catio with natural cedar stain and 1x1 heavy-duty mesh, featuring a lookout point and barn-style doors.

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Patio Enclosure Catio with Extended Outdoor Space

Number of cats: 6

This large cat patio enclosure transforms a traditional patio into a secure and enriching catio space for both cats and their humans. The catio extension seamlessly integrates with the existing patio, creating a versatile outdoor area that combines comfort and safety. Built with sturdy cedar framing and heavy-duty mesh panels, this catio provides unobstructed views and ventilation while keeping cats secure. Inside are multiple climbing platforms, scratching posts, bridges, and cozy nooks to cater to every cat's need to climb, scratch, and explore. The covered patio area offers a relaxing environment for humans and felines, making it an ideal shared space for enjoying fresh air and nature.

Patio to Catio transformation by The Catio Company.

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Patio to Catio Transformation for Millie and Winston, the Sweetest Sibling Duo

Number of cats: 2

This patio-to-catio transformation creates a charming and secure outdoor haven for Millie and Winston, a sweet pair of sibling cats. The catio seamlessly extends from the patio, providing a shared space where both cats and humans can enjoy fresh air and sunshine together. With features like elevated platforms, cozy lounging spots, scratching posts, and a variety of climbing structures, this catio caters to the playful and curious nature of its feline residents. The white-painted structure with a sleek 1"x1" heavy duty mesh enclosure maintains a clean, modern look that complements the home's exterior while ensuring safety and comfort for its furry inhabitants.

Millie resting on a cushioned platform in the catio, with natural light streaming in through the mesh-covered walls.

Interior shot of the catio showing cozy nooks, scratching posts, and play areas tailored for Millie and Winston's enjoyment.

Exterior view of a patio transformed into a secure catio for Millie and Winston, featuring a clean white structure and mesh panels.

Close-up of Millie lounging on a comfortable platform inside the catio, with multiple climbing elements and a scratching post nearby

View of Winston exploring the catio's elevated platforms and walkways, designed to provide safe outdoor enrichment for cats.

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Modern Patio to Catio for Junipurr and Coco

Number of cats: 2

Features: a tall scratching post, a step ladder, scratching steps, a hiding box, a bridge, and a bubble dome bed.

This cat patio (catio) was designed specifically for Junipurr and Coco. Custom-built to blend seamlessly with the home’s exterior, painted to match the house for a cohesive and stylish look. The sturdy 2"x2" mesh ensures safety while offering an open feel, allowing them to enjoy the sights and sounds of the outdoors securely.

Outdoor view of the spacious catio enclosure, complete with a tall scratching post, ramps, and climbing platforms, blending beautifully with the home's aesthetic.

Coco resting comfortably on a cushioned perch inside the painted catio, designed with safety mesh and natural light to create a relaxing environment.

Wide-angle view of a modern cat patio enclosure with a tall scratching post, carpeted platforms, perches, and seating for cat owners to relax.

Exterior view of the custom-painted cat patio enclosure, highlighting the cohesive design that matches the house trim and the sturdy 2x2 mesh structure.

Close-up of Junipurr enjoying a bubble dome view inside the secure cat patio, featuring a strong 2x2 mesh and elevated climbing elements.

Junipurr relaxing on an elevated perch in a large cat patio enclosure with custom-painted frames matching the house trim, showcasing a 2x2 mesh design.

Coco lounging near a white step ladder in a spacious cat patio enclosure, featuring multiple ramps, a bridge, and a bubble dome for enhanced outdoor views.

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Breezeway to Catio for Lilly and Pheebs

Number of cats: 2

Features: an 11ft cat tree, a step ladder, a scratching step, perches, and ramps.

This unique catio design transforms a breezeway into a safe and engaging patio space, perfectly suited for two cats with different needs and temperaments. Lilly, who enjoys being both indoors and outdoors, and Pheebs, who prefers her own company, now have separate spaces within the catio to explore and relax. The catio features four custom pet doors installed on each entrance, allowing the cats to move freely while maintaining their territories. An additional cat run area is also included to provide even more space for exploration and to ensure peaceful cohabitation. This thoughtful design helps manage the dynamics between these two cats, giving them the freedom and security they deserve.