ARCHITECTURE FOR DOGS
MOBILE HOME for SHIBA by TOYO ITO for SHIBA
Whether it rains all DAY, or the asphalt is hot, whether the dog has aged and its legs and loins are sore, dogs want to go out for a walk with their owners everyday. I conceived of this “doghouse for walks“ as a way to at least slightly lighten the burden on dogs in these circumstances. I attached tires to a well-ventilated wooden basket; put in a soft, fluffy cushion; added an adjustable shade to lessen the effects of bright sunshine or rain, and created a place as comfortable as the shade of a tree. The crate floor is designed to be as close to the ground as possible so that the dog could board and disembark by itself. In addition, because it can act as a bed that fits in the entryway or inside the house, it is even more of a mobile doghouse. Dogs will certainly look forward to a graceful walk with their owners, rocked in this s