Good Dogs in Design
Celebrate canine personality and style with dog decor in the house
Houzz Contributor. I am an interior designer with a passion for modern clean spaces and timeless vintage decor which makes for a unique eye. I work in Los Angeles but offer e-design services nationally. Visit my website and my blog at http://www.veneerdesigns.com
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We have all seen adorable pooches posing in interior photography to add a touch of personality to the space. Whether you adore your dog(s) and want to celebrate their spunk or just admire their canine beauty from afar, here are ways to incorporate dogs in your design without the messy fur.
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| A true dog lover's bedroom with two framed illustrations and a pillow. The addition of the doggie decor makes this bedroom feel rustic and masculine, to be shared with man's best friend. |
by Serena & Lily
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This minimalist pillow will always be welcome on your bed.
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| Dog paintings can add a dash of familial warmth to a cozy den. The warm earthy tones in the painting complement the sofa and curtain colors. |
by Pottery Barn
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This pillow would look just right on the family room sofa.
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How adorable is the idea of including your dog's silhouette along with the rest of the family's above the mantle?
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You can start with this framed silhouette artwork.
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| Dog decor can be whimsical or taken very seriously. A large monochromatic portrait of two black dogs is showcased as the main art piece in this carefully considered open-plan living space. |
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Remember the George Rodriguez Blue Dog art widely popular in the 1990s? It still works today as a punchy pop-art collectors' piece in modern spaces.
A white statuette "greeter" does wonders to enliven the black and white bathroom.
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Welcome a regal white buddy into your home today.
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A larger black-dog statue provides companionship to your guest on a slipper chair in this grand entry hall.
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A grouping of smaller dog statues energizes the mantle of this eclectic sitting room.
Dog decor can be as subtle as a simple pattern in a collection of accent pillows. Don't go overboard with too many dog fabrics in one room. Too much of a good thing ... is not very good.
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| Add a global vibe with a Chinese foo dog statue. The touch of turquoise among the fiery reds is an interesting contrast. |
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Here is an option for your own matching pair of Chinese foo dogs.
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This classy little lamp would spruce up an entry hall.
by Naked Decor
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An adorable serving tray.
by inside fabric
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A modern rug.
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Comments
Becky Harris So funny you should write this, I was just checking this Jeff Koons image out yesterday! 
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Janet Paik I adore the Happy Hot Dog display tray. Thanks for sharing, Natalie.
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Maureen Kocsis The 3 Decorating Divas blog has a Dog room ....take a peek you will love it
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gerie Thanks for the ideas. Every home needs at least one dog even if it is only a pillow.
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Jan Striemer Such fun! Here's another idea -- needlepoint pillows. This is "Cooper", my niece's puppy. I stitched it from a photo her husband took. 
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psoriginal The Diamond Dog Black by Schumacher says it's a modern rug, however when I went to see how to purchase it, it seems to be fabric. Is there any way to get a rug like this?
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