The playful Architecture for Dogs Roadshow, Japan House London’s interactive display of architectural pieces designed for dogs by world-class architects and designers, returns to some of London’s most popular dog-walking sites in 2022.
These free, pop-up events are inspired by the Architecture for Dogs exhibition, which was on display at Japan House London between September and December 2020 and is currently available on Japan House London’s website as a Virtual Exhibition.
Roadshow Date and Venue
Sunday 17 July 2022, 10:00-15:00: Horniman Museums & Gardens
Admission free; drop-in.
For more information on visiting Horniman Museums & Gardens, please see their website. On the day of the event, you can also visit the weekly Horniman Market, open every Sunday to provide food items including fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread, cake, meat and street food.
The Architecture for Dogs Roadshow is also at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery on Saturday 13 August and Sunday 14 August 2022.
Exhibits featured at the Roadshow
Each architectural piece is designed with a different dog breed in mind and offers a playful and insightful exploration into architecture and design that can be joyful for both dogs and their human companions.
The exhibits available for dogs to interact with at a number of key London locations are as follows:
Mount Pug
An imaginative nest and playground for a pug created by internationally renowned Japanese architect Kuma Kengo; its organic structure is sturdy, despite being made without a single nail.
D-Tunnel
Designed for a teacup poodle by exhibition director and Japan House Creative Advisor Hara Kenya, this piece with an embedded staircase helps small dogs and their human companions to see each other eye to eye.
Beagle House – Interactive Dog House
A playful take on a classic kennel designed by Rotterdam-based architectural firm MVRDV for a beagle; its curved gently rocking frame provides a stimulating environment for the intelligent dog.
Architecture for Long-Bodied-Short-Legged Dog
Designed by Tokyo-based practice Atelier Bow-Wow for a dachshund, the sloped structure allows the short-legged dog to climb the frame with ease, while the piece’s length enables the owner to lie down next to their dog.
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