For years, architects, designers and builders have been using their creative talents to design and build over-the-top and functional doghouses for their four-legged friends. This phenomenon has been commonly referred to as “Barkitecture.”
This spring, Houston Pavilions, The Downtown District and Pup Squad are joining forces to bring Barkitecture Houston to the Greater Houston area. The project was conceived to give local architects and designers a chance to display their creative skills to a wide audience; and, to help raise funds for Pup Squad, an animal rescue group that takes orphaned puppies, kittens and nursing litters from the streets or other life-threatening situations and matches them with permanent adoptive homes.
The festivities kick off on Friday night (October 23rd) with a Yappy Hour from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Center Court at Houston Pavilions. A $10 donation is suggested. Then on Saturday, October 24th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., bring the whole family (including Rover) and come celebrate man’s best friend in style with a festival, doghouse contest and more at Houston Pavilions. Barkitecture Houston is open to the public and free of charge.
Continue the party at Discovery Greens’ viewing of Best In Show, starting at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 24th. Parking is available in the Houston Pavilions’ garage on Clay between Main and Fannin.
