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The loyalty and companionship they show us every day. It's a tall order. But a really cool house is a good start.
Abbeville Press
April 1999
On Sale: April 1, 1999
96 pages
ISBN: 0789203731
EAN: 9780789203731
Hardcover
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From miniature chateaus to modernist boxes, from anthromorphic abodes to classical temples, this book showcases nearly fifty one-of-a-kind doggy domiciles from across America. A staple in backyards everywhere, doghouses act both as functional architecture and environmental art. In addition to suburban lawns, they have graced the rarefied grounds of such notable residences as the White House and Versailles. In Barkitecture, architecture and design writer Fred Albert has collected some of the most inspired and fantastic doghouses ever created. The book begins with an introduction that includes an entertaining history of the doghouse, accompanied by illustrations of noteworthy historical examples and some comments on the practical aspects of doghouse design-those elements that make a dog comfortable, both physically and psychologically ("fang shui," for example). Four chapters follow: "Putting on the Dog" highlights stylish period reproductions; "Modern Barkitecture" includes cutting-edge "Bowhouse" designs; "A Breed Apart" features houses inspired by everyday objects; and the final chapter, "Puppourri," showcases goofy, one-of-a-kind structures that defy categorization. Each house is illustrated by one or two color images and is accompanied by a witty, tongue-in-jowl text that describes the structure's design and building materials, the creators' inspirations, and their dogs' reactions. From miniature chΓ’teaus to modernist boxes, anthropomorphic abodes to classical temples, it's clear that when it comes to a dog's home, form is every bit as important as function. Make no bones about it, Barkitecture is the ideal gift for architecture hounds and well-bred doglovers.
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