Goodwoof Barkitecture 2025 competition has once again brought forth a delightful fusion of design and purpose. This year, under the theme ‘From Nature; For Nature’, Britain’s leading kennel design competition has invited exhibitors from all over the UK to showcase their unique kennel designs that take inspiration from the environment.
After having taken a close look at ADAM Architecture and ECE Architecture’s kennel designs, it’s time we shed some spotlight on what Hall + Bednarczyk Architects has to offer. After the Headrush Kennel and Wig Wag tent, UK-based architecture studio Hall + Bednarczyk Architects is back for the fourth consecutive year at Britain’s most coveted kennel design competition.
This time, Hall + Bednarczyk Architects has brought a dog kennel titled, ‘Kennel Vessel’, that draws inspiration year’s theme, ‘From Nature; For Nature’, hence celebrating the unique connection dogs have with the natural environment.
As evident in the pictures, Hall + Bednarczyk’s kennel is a one-off terracotta form that looks similar to traditional clay coiled pots. Clay coiled pots are versatile vessels that have been used for years and are suitable for indoor or outdoor placement. “We wanted to balance elegance with down-to-earth practicality, creating a distinctive kennel that can handle a good hosing down when necessary,” reps at Hall + Bednarczyk told Homecrux.
Crafting this kennel was no small feat. Hall + Bednarczyk teamed up with Wienerberger Brick, a company known for its expertise in clay craftsmanship. “Under the guidance of Wienerberger’s in-house sculptor, Ian Martinson, typically tasked with creating bespoke finials, the architects learned the art of working with clay. Together, they hand-shaped the coils, carefully building the kennel’s form with a balance of elegance and practicality in mind,” Hall + Bednarczyk informs us.
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On the design front, Kennel Vessel boasts a rippled exterior, handcrafted with care, evoking the organic beauty of nature while providing a practical space for the canine. Weighing 15kg (33lbs), the kennel is sturdy enough to withstand bad weather conditions, and is perfectly-sized for a breed like a dachshund that can be nestled inside (as seen in one of the images). The makers have incorporated a plush white lining in the kennel that adds a touch of warmth to the terracotta’s natural hue.
Overall, what makes this kennel stand out at Barkitecture 2025 isn’t just its craftsmanship but its deeper connection to the theme. Kennel Vessel is set to be auctioned at Bonhams to support charity and is a classic example of how thoughtful design can elevate even the humblest of spaces.
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