Fifth Annual Bark + Build Competition
November 21 – December 8, 2019
Level One between Macy’s and Dillard’s
NorthPark Center
AIA Dallas and TEXO Association proudly present the fifth annual Bark + Build Design/Build Competition. The competition serves to foster relationships between architecture and contractor firms, raise awareness and support for SPCA of Texas’ mission, and exhibit to the public the high-quality design and construction talent of the participating professional teams.
Hygge Hund Hus (Cozy Dog House)
Category – Teacup Pup
Design Firm – PSC
Construction Firm – Joeris General Contractors
The concept for the Hygge Hund Hus borrows from the Danish word Hygge which in simple terms means “to give courage, comfort, joy”. While there is no one English word to simply describe Hygge, there are many to describe the idea: Coziness, Charm, Happiness, Content, Security, Familiarity, Comfort, Reassurance, Kinship and Simple. The house is designed to amplify natural light through unobscured openings, with something soft and organic underfoot that can be easily removed for cleaning or updating. It is designed with no need for fasteners, although minimal have been used for safety of transport.
Fetch House
Category – Teacup Pup
Design Firm – CallisonRTKL
Construction Firm – AECOM/HUNT
FETCH House is an interactive shelter for your modern dog, exploring how digital design and fabrication can change the way we think about how we build and live. The design uses technology to promote an active lifestyle thru a continuous facade of over 1000 standard tennis balls which is then interconnected by a modular support structure 3D printed using lightweight plastic. The balls, which are held in place by compression, can be pulled out so you can play fetch with your dog. After hours of enjoyment, the balls can be reinserted into the doghouse. The cellular nature of the design allows you to remove balls randomly or you can create unique patterns which allow more light or air to filter into the doghouse.
Bark + Build is a doghouse and cat condo design/build competition between professional teams consisting of architects and contractors. The finished doghouses and cat condos are displayed at NorthPark Center in Dallas during the second half of November and judged for design and construction quality. The doghouses and cat condos are auctioned, with all proceeds going to the SPCA of Texas.
Butterfly Ruff House
Category – Teacup Pup
Design Firm – e4h Architecture
Construction Firm – Skiles Group
Construction Firm – Skiles GroupWe set out to create the perfect home for any outdoor loving pup! Nothing beats the feel of the grass beneath your paws or the breeze though your fur, except maybe the K9 Grass that covers the base and roof of this house! This artificial grass is specifically for dogs and has flow-though backing and antimicrobial protection that make it cleaner, safer, and better smelling! The dynamic butterfly roof protects from the scorching midday sun without blocking the view, and the slatted walls let your pup feel protected while still allowing just enough breeze to blow through. It’s the perfect perch to watch the world go by.
An online auction will open in November 22 and will continue until the Housewarming Party on December 8, 2019. Anyone can participate in the auction. All proceeds will benefit the SPCA of Texas. The winner can claim the doghouse or cat condo at the conclusion of the Housewarming Party or before 10:00am on the following day.
Urban Cat Lounge
Category – Cat Condo
Design Firm – Jacobs
Construction Firm – Gordon Highlander
The perfect addition to any cat-lover’s living room, this feature piece makes a statement. Comprised of multiple winding levels of color for your cat to explore, numerous lookout points give them an ideal place to survey their territory. A sculptural ribbon of color, framed between two naturally-stained wood pieces, forms this modern and elegant LED floor lamp. Finally, the base of the Urban Cat Lounge opens up to reveal integrated storage. You and your cat will love this elegant and useful sculpture!
November 21 – December 8, 2019
Level One between Macy’s and Dillard’s
NorthPark Center