With the idea in mind of a clean classic design with contemporary expression, the home designed for our 4-legged friends reflects how dynamic and important they are for us.  Using five simple planes, we enclose and define the basic floor, walls and roof in various angles that play with perspective to make the inside space more open and inviting.  Hardwoods and glass define the inside space.  These two materials flow through the length of the structure, segmenting the planes and creating a layer of detail that is simple yet allows the shape to be expressive.

This design seeks to combine the fun of owning a large dog and the fantasies that feature them. Hound in the house draws inspiration from the whimsical environments of children’s stories; from big red dogs to certain top-hat-wearing cats. From the shingled and tongue-in-groove roof, to the quirky colors and distressing below, the design is a take on traditional residential building styles with a an intentionally haphazard appearance.

Merging the traditional doghouse with sculpture, INBETWEEN began as a cubic mass that was then carved, sliced, and whittled down using the proportions and positions of dogs as a datum for the sculptural void, the in between space. Through this method of sculpting space, INBETWEEN becomes perceived as either a cubic mass or dissolving, partly or completely, into the landscape. Locally sourced cedar is used for structure and skin, preserved through a charcoal and clear seal process forming a protective layer, and joined into the cubic mass. Strategic carving and slicing allow INBETWEEN to breathe while simultaneously providing shade, creating a comfortable and tranquil space for all dogs seeking an escape from the Texas heat.