Use these “barkitecture” design ideas to meet Fluffy and Fido’s needs in style.

A feeding station around the corner includes a spigot for easy water-bowl refills.

Built-In Food Bowls

An extension of the island forms a built-in feeding station in this kitchen.

goldendoodle dog bed under-counter nook pet bath storage baskets

Credit: Tessa Neustadt

Airtight glass canisters store pet food and treats nearby.

Above, a table-height countertop provides a handy spot to drop leashes and other essentials.

Wall-Mounted Cat Bed

Skip bulky cat trees and mount a comfy perch directly to the wall.

Blue kitchen island with pull out dog bowls

Credit:KIM CORNELISON

Line the interior with a soft blanket to create a snug spot for your cat to survey the room.

Provide a space for your pet in a less frequented part of the house that they can escape to.

Give them their own home away from home with a backyard doghouse fit for the pick of the litter.

Mudroom island dog crate

Credit:Kritsada Panichgul

Repurpose a shallow toe-kick drawer to create a slide-out feeding station in the kitchen.

Here, the cat’s food and other supplies are stored in the cabinet directly above for added convenience.

Hidden Dog Bed

Not sure where to keep your pet’s bed?

table with pet food station at bottom

Credit: Michael Partenio

Pet-Washing Station

Streamline bath time with a shower specially designed for your pet.

Framed photos of the pooches personalize the walls above.

Full-Size Pet Station

For large dogs, a single cabinet isn’t going to cut it.

cat laying in bed attached to wall

Credit: Brian Anderson

These owners carved out space for their labrador’s bed between built-ins in the mudroom.

DIY a Fido HQ

Adam Albright

A large bookcase transforms into a headquarters for your pet.

A small shelf just above keeps items like treats and other necessities at the ready.

Laundry room with terra cotta floor

Credit:Kim Cornelison

Be sure to position them appropriately to allow your feline to hop from one to another.

Ensure the brackets are properly supported so theres no risk of one getting loose from the wall.

Backyard dog house

Credit:Emily J Followill

drawer in kitchen for cat food and water

Credit: Tria Giovan

dog bed cupboard next to laundry

Credit: Christopher A. Lee

two dogs in a shower washroom

Credit: Jay Wilde

built in cabinets with dog bed

Credit: Werner Straube

Dog in carved out cabinet

Credit:Jason Donnelly

Bookshelf dog bed and storage

Credit:Adam Albright

Kitchen with pet feeding nook

Credit:Laura Moss

Wall bookshelf jungle gym for cat

Credit:Adam Albright